Criminal Code Quiz

Imagine a scenario where Arjun is accused of a minor theft. Under which sections of the Criminal Code (Code) do the police have the discretion to release Arjun and compel his subsequent appearance in court?

• Sections 496–499 and 503

• Sections 490–495 and 502

• Sections 500–505 and 504

• Sections 491–494 and 501

Imagine Mia was accused of a minor theft and was released with a document specifying a date for fingerprinting and a court appearance. What is a possible consequence if Mia fails to go for fingerprinting or fails to attend court on the specified date?

• She may be charged with a summary conviction offence.

• She may be charged with the criminal offence of failing to comply with an appearance notice or summons (s. 145(3)).

• She may be released without any need for an appearance in court for most offences.

• She may be given a "judicial referral hearing" without laying a charge.

During a neighborhood watch, Officer Smith encounters Lucas, who is suspected of minor vandalism. What document can Officer Smith issue to Lucas to attend a "judicial referral hearing" without laying a charge?

• An appearance notice

• A summons

• An undertaking (Form 10)

• An administration of justice offence notice

Imagine Emily is charged with a minor offense in a city 300 km away from where she resides. What is the maximum amount payable under a specific type of undertaking to ensure Emily complies with conditions set out in the undertaking, if she does not ordinarily reside within 200 km of the city where she is charged?

• $500

• $5,000

• $50

• There is no maximum amount specified

When Officer Smith is considering conditions to impose on Grace's release after an arrest, what must also be considered?

• Grace's financial status

• The least onerous conditions that are appropriate in the circumstances

• The maximum penalty for the offence charged

• Grace's previous criminal record

Imagine Harper is accused of a crime and is not released from custody under reasonable conditions. Which section of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms may be violated in this scenario?

• Section 7

• Section 11(e)

• Section 14(5.4)

• Section 49(1.1)

Under what condition can the police decide to not release Harper, who was accused of a minor theft, on an undertaking?

• If Harper has a previous criminal record

• If Harper agrees to stay within a territorial jurisdiction

• If there are reasonable grounds to believe that Harper will fail to attend court or that detention is necessary in the public interest

• If Harper fails to deposit their passport

John Doe is arrested for a minor offense. What principle of judicial interim release applies to his situation?

• The principle that John Doe must be detained until trial

• The principle that John Doe must be released on the most onerous conditions possible

• The principle that John Doe must be released on the least onerous conditions necessary to address the reasons for detention

• The principle that John Doe must be released without any conditions

According to the Supreme Court of Canada, what is an essential element of an enlightened criminal justice system?

• The ability to seek and obtain bail

• The right to a speedy trial

• The right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty

• The right to an attorney

After being arrested for a minor theft, Lucas is taken to the police station. What must occur under s. 503(1), regarding Lucas's initial appearance before a justice?

• Lucas must be released as soon as possible and within 24 hours

• Lucas must be informed of their rights within 48 hours

• Lucas must be provided with legal representation immediately

• Lucas must be detained until a bail hearing is scheduled