What does the The Justice System chapter cover?
Canada's justice system is based on the rule of law, the presumption of innocence and due process. Everyone is equal before the law, including government officials and police. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Courts settle disputes; the Supreme Court of Canada is the highest court. Police keep people safe and enforce the law, and you can ask a police officer for identification. If you need help, you can contact a lawyer or legal aid services.
How hard is the The Justice System chapter?
On BecomeACitizen.ca, learners answer The Justice System questions correctly 81% of the time, across 443 practice answers. That ranks it number 10 of 12 topics, from hardest to easiest. See accuracy for every chapter.
What key facts should I remember?
- The Supreme Court of Canada is the country's highest court.
- Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
- The rule of law applies to everyone, including government and police.
- Habeas corpus protects against unlawful detention.
- The RCMP enforces federal laws and provides policing in some provinces.
What questions from this chapter are on the test?
What is the highest court in Canada?
The Supreme Court of Canada.
What does "presumption of innocence" mean?
Everyone accused of a crime is considered innocent until proven guilty in court.
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