Which Type of Offence Gives Prosecutors the Discretion to Decide

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which type of offence gives prosecutors the discretion to decide whether they wish to proceed with a case as either a summary conviction offence or an indictable offence?

• A)provincial
• B)less serious indictable
• C)municipal
• D)hybrid

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Definitions:

Referent Power

A form of influence that an individual possesses due to others' admiration, respect, or desire to identify with them.

Authority

The power or right assigned to an individual or organization to make decisions, give orders, and enforce obedience.

Sense Of Mission

A strong feeling of having a specific and important purpose or duty to fulfill.

Goals

Objectives or desired outcomes that an individual or organization aims to achieve within a specific timeframe.