Which of the Following Developments Does Not Help Alleviate the Backlog

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following developments does not help alleviate the backlog of cases in Canada's criminal justice system?

• A) the re-instatement of the two-for-one credit for time served in remand
• B) the remedies spelled out in R v. Jordan (1996)
• C) hiring more Crown attorneys
• D) the use of alternative justice mechanisms, like drug treatment courts

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Definitions:

Phineas Gage

A railroad worker who survived a severe brain injury in the 19th century, providing valuable insights into the relationship between brain function and personality.

Frontal Lobes

The part of the brain located behind the forehead that is responsible for voluntary movement, speech, and complex thought processes.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating sensory information and responding accordingly.

Spinal Cord

The central nerve column that runs down the back and transmits messages between the brain and the rest of the body.