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Classifying Law. Jurisdiction:. The political or legal authority to pass and enforce laws or the judicial authority to decide a case. . Different Levels of Government. There are essentially three(3) levels of government: Federal / Provincial / Municipal
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Jurisdiction: • The political or legal authority to pass and enforce laws or the judicial authority to decide a case.
Different Levels of Government There are essentially three(3) levels of government: Federal / Provincial / Municipal Native Bands / Aboriginal groups with self government also have the authority to create legislation. (more info to follow)
Federal • Laws that apply to all citizens of Canada • Federal politicians make laws within their own jurisdiction such as marriage and divorce, postal services, currency and banks, criminal law, federal penitentiaries and employment insurance.
Provincial • These laws can vary province to province • The laws that are created at this level are related to hospitals, police forces, property rights, highway and roads, provincial jails and alcohol regulations.
Local / Municipal • Laws that pertain to towns, villages, etc. • The laws these politicians create are called bylaws that deal with localized issues such as how high a backyard fence can be, garbage collection and snow removal.
Aboriginal Structure • This group operates similar to the local government level. The can make bylaws that apply to each band’s reserve land. • There is another form of Aboriginal government. There are self governed groups which have law making powers above that of the chief and council on a reserve. This form of governance has to be agreed to by the government. These natives form what is called a nation. They have the power to make laws with respect to marriage, adoption, education, social and health services.
Law Review #1 • Review By-Law #84 • What is the purpose of this by-law? • Which jurisdiction does this by-law fall under? • When is it in effect? (residential) • Summarize the offenses that can be charged under this by-law. • What are your thoughts on Section 5 subsection 3d? • What is the penalty for a person who contravenes any provision of these by-laws?
Law Review #2 • Review Bill NO. 61 • What is the purpose of this Act? • Which jurisdiction does this Act fall under? • For whom does this Act apply? • Summarize the offenses that can be charged under this Act. • What does the law state about minors and custodial responsibilities? • What is the penalty for a person who contravenes any provision of these laws? • What records can the court request?