The Justice System
Learn the principles that make Canadian law fair and accessible.
Canada's justice system is founded on the rule of law, due process and equality before the law. A person is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and courts settle disputes while police keep people safe and enforce the law.
Remember these points
- Everyone is equal under the law
- An accused person is presumed innocent until proven guilty
- Courts settle disputes and interpret laws
- Police enforce the law and keep people safe
- People have a right to legal assistance
These original CanadaHomeHub notes are based on Discover Canada — The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship.
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