PSYC 3020 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Jury Trial, Jury Nullification, World Trade Center Site Memorial Competition
12 Mar 2017
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Criminal cases - act is allegedly committed as found in the criminal code of canada. Civil cases - acts that breach a contract or other claims of harm Can be heard by jury or judge alone. Jury selection varies by province and territory (and country) Only some types of cases can be proceed with jury trials. In some instances defendants are given an option for a jury trial although they can opt to be tried by a judge alone. Sentence of fewer than 6 months in prison and a fine of less than (section 787[1] of criminal code) For some offences have a maximum of a 18 month sentence. Defendant does not have a right to a trial by jury. Less serious indictable offences: heard by a judge alone these include theft, obtaining money or property by false pretences, failure to comply with a probation order.
