Criminal Appeal Process Overview

The video tutorial explains the process of criminal appeals, focusing on the roles of the appellant and respondent. It discusses the Crown's ability to appeal decisions and the process for appealing to the Supreme Court of Canada. The tutorial highlights the finality of Supreme Court decisions and the concept of precedent, emphasizing how lower courts are bound by these decisions. The video also covers the hierarchy of courts and how decisions are published for public access.

In a criminal appeal, who are the main parties involved?

• Judges and the accused

• Appellant and respondent

• Plaintiff and defendant

• Crown and jury

What is the role of the Crown in a criminal appeal?

• To prosecute the accused

• To appeal an acquittal or sentence

• To defend the accused

• To act as a juror

What must happen before the Supreme Court of Canada hears an appeal?

• A jury must be selected

• The respondent must agree

• The appellant must be present

• A panel of three judges must grant permission

What type of cases are typically granted permission to appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada?

• Cases involving minor disputes

• Cases of national importance

• Any criminal case

• Civil cases only

What does it mean when a decision by the Supreme Court of Canada is final?

• There is no further appeal possible

• It can be appealed again

• It can be overturned by another judge

• It must be reviewed by a lower court

What is the concept of 'precedent' in legal terms?

• A temporary legal ruling

• Ignoring past court decisions

• Following decisions from previous similar cases

• A new law being created

Which courts are bound by the decisions of the Supreme Court of Canada?

• All Canadian courts

• Only the Supreme Court itself

• Only BC courts

• International courts

How can individuals access recent court decisions?

• By visiting the court in person

• Through the court's official website

• By requesting from a lawyer

• Through a subscription service

What is the purpose of posting reasons for judgment online?

• To archive them for future deletion

• To keep them confidential

• To prevent legal challenges

• To allow public access and understanding

What can court of appeal decisions be used for?

• To ignore previous rulings

• To argue the law

• To change the law

• To create new laws