CC102 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Actus Reus, Adversarial System, Evidence-Based Practice
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The requirements that governments, as well as individuals, be subjected to and abide by the law. Accountability - government, individuals and private entities are accountable under the law. Public and clear - laws are clear, publicized, stable and just, applied evenly, and protect fundamental rights. Fair and e cient - processes for enacting, administering, and enforcing laws are fair and e cient. Timely and ethical- justice is derived timely by competent, ethical, and independent, well- resourced and neutral representatives. Guarantees fundamental freedoms, legal rights, and equality rights for all citizens of canada, including those accused of crimes. Provides protection for individuals and ensures fairness during legal proceedings. All components of the criminal justice system must conform to the charter. Not all crime is de ant marijuana. Not all deviance is criminal bystander apathy. An act or omission that is prohibited by criminal law. Omission failing to report child abuse, failing to provide necessities of life.
