Overview of Canadian Criminal Justice System

Flashcards covering key concepts, terms, and definitions related to the Canadian Criminal Justice System.

What are the three major components of the Canadian Criminal Justice System?

Police, courts, and corrections.

What does 'structure' refer to in the criminal justice system?

The organization of the system into various agencies and institutions, such as the police, courts, and corrections.

What is meant by the 'process' of criminal justice?

The sequential steps from law enforcement and investigation to adjudication, sentencing, and rehabilitation.

What foundational topics are introduced in the early weeks of the course?

The structure and process of the criminal justice system, key principles, and the roles of major components.

What is victimology?

The study of the impact of crime on victims and communities, including psychological and social effects.

Why is victimology important?

It helps understand the full impact of crime and informs policies that support victims.

How does the Indigenous experience factor into the course material?

It highlights historical and contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous communities within the justice system.

What are the primary responsibilities of the police?

Enforcing laws, maintaining public order, and investigating criminal activities.

What does police decision-making involve?

Balancing legal standards, ethical considerations, and situational factors to choose the best course of action.

What controversies are associated with police strategies?

Issues such as the use of force, accountability, community trust, and resource allocation.

How do foundational textbook chapters help in understanding the system?

They provide the basic frameworks, principles, and real-world examples of how the system operates.

Why is it important to understand both the structure and process of criminal justice?

To see how laws are enforced, how justice is administered, and how the different agencies interact.

What role does community impact play in the study of crime?

It emphasizes how crime affects social well-being and informs policy and preventive measures.

How do lecture notes and concept charts aid in learning the material?

They help organize key concepts and illustrate the relationships between different topics.

What are the major steps in the criminal justice process from arrest to trial?

Arrest, investigation, charging, court proceedings, sentencing, and possibly corrections.

How do police officers use discretion in their roles?

They assess each situation individually, weighing legal, ethical, and community factors.

What are some challenges in police decision-making?

Ethical dilemmas, potential for misuse of power, and balancing strict law enforcement with community needs.

Why is studying both theory and practice important in criminal justice?

It bridges the gap between how policies are written and how they’re implemented in real-world situations.

What is the role of 'Canadian Criminal Justice: A Primer' in your studies?

It provides detailed explanations, foundational knowledge, and practical examples of the system’s operations.

What study strategies can help you master Quiz 1 material?

Regular review of lecture notes, updating your concept chart, group study sessions, and re-reading key textbook sections.