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Criminal Law

A body of law that pertains to crime and the punishment of those who violate laws.

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Discursive

Characterized by discussion or reasoning rather than by intuition or impulse.

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Doctrine of Precedence

Legal doctrine stating that in the event of a conflict, similar past decisions should guide the ruling.

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Doctrine of Stare Decisis

A legal principle that obligates courts to follow historical cases when making a ruling on a similar case.

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Judicial Power

The authority given to courts and judges to interpret and enforce law.

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Liberal Principles

Guiding rules that advocate for individual rights, liberty, and due process within the law.

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Due Process Model

A legal framework that prioritizes the rights of the individual in the criminal justice system.

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Crime Control Model

A legal model that emphasizes the efficient management of crime and the enforcement of laws.

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Aiding and Abetting

The act of helping or facilitating another person in committing a crime.

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Accessory After the Fact

A person who assists another knowing they have committed a crime, usually by helping them evade arrest.

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Actus Reus

The physical act or conduct that constitutes a criminal offense.

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Mens Rea

The mental state or intent of a person when committing a crime.

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Common Intention

A legal concept where multiple individuals share a common goal to commit a crime and are liable for actions taken in furtherance of that crime.

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Necessity Defense

A legal defense claiming that a defendant acted out of necessity to prevent a greater harm.

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Civil Disobedience

The active, professed refusal to obey certain laws, demands, and commands of a government.

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Legal Issue

A question or dispute that is subject to resolution through the application of law.

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Plea Bargaining

A negotiated agreement where an accused pleads guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a reduced sentence.

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Trial by Jury

A legal proceeding where a jury makes a decision or findings of fact.

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Collective Obedience

The conformity of individuals to rules, laws, and norms established by society.

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Monopoly Over the Use of Force (MOUF)

The exclusive right of the state to use, or authorize the use of, physical force.

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Judicial Accountability

The concept that judges must be accountable for their actions and decisions in the legal system.

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Abuse of Power

The use of authority in an unjust or wrongful manner, particularly by those in power.

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Racial Profiling

The use of race or ethnicity as grounds for suspecting someone of having committed an offense.

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Social Practice

An activity that involves individuals in a social context and reflects their behaviors and interactions.

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Charter Rights

Rights and freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution of Canada.

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Judicial Review

The ability of the judiciary to review and potentially nullify actions or laws of the executive or legislative branches.

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Statute of Limitations

A law that sets the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated.

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Victimology

The study of victims and the patterns of how they are victimized.

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Crown Attorney

The lawyer representing the government in prosecuting criminal cases.

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Defense Counsel

The attorney representing a defendant in a criminal prosecution.

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Inquisitorial System

A legal system where the court plays an active role in investigating the case.

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Adversarial System

A legal system where two opposing parties present their case to an impartial judge or jury.

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Criminal Code

A code that consolidates the criminal law of a jurisdiction, outlining all statutes related to criminal offenses.