1. What is law? Explain the need for law.
2. What is the Rule of Law? Describe its three-part principles of justice.
3. Pick ONE to discuss.
a. Explain the concept of morality in relation to law. Give an example as well.
b. Explain the concept of justice in relation to law. Give an example as well.
4. Define circuit judges.
5. What is stare decisis? Explain how this principle is applied in court cases. Give an example.
6. What is the notwithstanding clause?
7. Give an example of a charter challenge.
8. Why are there limitations in our individual rights?
9. Give a reason why judges are more powerful than ever since the Charter was enforced?
10. Define mobility rights.
11. What is the difference between stereotyping, racism, and discrimination?
12. What is racial profiling, and why would it be frowned upon?
13. A few months ago, Bob was severely injured in a car accident which resulted in a permanent bone breakage in both his legs. Since then, he has been traveling in a wheelchair and taking medication to relieve his sudden pains. Bob was in great need for money in order to pay for his medications, so he decided to find employment in an office. No one was willing to hire him. Is this an example of a violation in Bob’s human rights? Why or why not.
14. Suppose that Bob in the above scenario felt that his human rights were violated. How would Bob go about to argue this violation?
15. What is the purpose of Criminal Law?
16. What are the elements of a crime?
17. X and Y are good friends, but Y sparked an argument. X said to Y, “If you say that again, I’m gonna kill you!” Is this an example of criminal intent? If so, state the level of intent, general or specific. If not, explain why.
18. A had the knowledge that B was going to kill C. The next day, B killed C. Is A also guilty in the offence? Why or why not.
19. What is conspiracy? Give an example.
20. Describe the provincial court system. Give an example of a case that would take place under this system and move through two appeals.
21. How can the burden of proof switch from the prosecution to the defendant?
22. On what basis can a defendant appeal the trial verdict?
