Canadian Constitution
The constitution is the basic system of laws of a country, which defines and limits the powers of the ruling body. The Canadian constitution is a written document, which states the rules that construe and interpret the powers of federal and provincial governments, and authenticate the responsibilities and rights of the Canadian citizens. Among these laws are section 7, 11, 12 which set out rights that protect us in our dealings with the justice system. These specific sections ensure that individuals who are involved in legal proceedings are treated fairly and equally. In three specific cases, the funedamental rights, entrenched in the charter, challenged legislation. In the case of R. v. Morgentaler abortion laws were struck down because they violated the liberty and security of the women. Section 11(b) was used to rightfully dismiss the case of R. v. Askov because the trial was unreasonably delayed. The accused in the case of R. v. Smith was given an excessively cruel punishment, which is inconsistent with section 12 of the charter. Section 7 of the constitution states that everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof except in the accordance with the pr
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