The Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Who created the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Pierre Trudeau
What does criminal law focus on?
Laws that deal with the punishment of individuals who commit crimes
The right to not be discriminated against falls under which section of the Charter?
Equality
Rights are
Privileges or freedoms protected by law
How many sections are in the Charter
7
What does civil law focus on?
Deals with a disagreement or argument between individuals
The right to run in an election falls under which section of the Charter?
Democratic
Responsibilities are
Duties or obligations
One of the limitations of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms is that
Rights are not absolute (subject to reasonable limits)
For an act to be considered a criminal it must have these TWO elements
Actus Reus + Mens Rea
The right to move/work anywhere in Canada falls under which section of the Charter?
Mobility
What is the relationship between rights and responsibilities?
For every right, there is a responsibility
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms was created in
1982
Everyone must be treated equally under the law. No one is above the law. This is the concept of
Rule of law
The right to your own opinion
Fundamental
Our rights are outlined in what document?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Constitution (the Charter is apart of it) is described as the
Supreme law of the land
During a fight in the hallway, Mandy pushed a student who was hitting her friend. Would this action be considered a crime?
YES (assault - had the mens rea and actus reus)
The right to go to school in either English or French falls under which section of the Charter?
Minority Languages-Education
What are six main responsibilities associated with Canadian citizenship
Obeying the law
Taking responsibility for oneself and one's family
Serving on a jury
Voting in elections
Helping others in the community
Protecting and enjoying our heritage and environment