CRM 100 Final: Crim100

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Criminology
• Course: CRM 100
• Professor: Kelly De Luca

Document Summary

The rule of law: 1,000 years old, english descent, inherited these legal traditions, roots of english law, [accountability , we hold the government responsible, we are all equally subject to the law. Law is not secret, laws should be public and clear, understandable, to follow you must understand. Fair process, administration of these laws must be fair, fair trial, you know the charges against you and have the opportunity to defend yourself. System working in a timely manner, justice delayed is justice denied. Hearings must be conducted as soon as possible, decision maker must be neutral to the situation. The canadian charter of rights and freedoms(part of the constitution): 1982 the charter was installed. It is part of canada"s constitution, the supreme law of the land, the rules for making of other rules, framework for what our government can and cannot do. Sets out the rights and freedoms that apply in.