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In Canada, what is the primary purpose of a 'Peace Bond' (Section 810 of the Criminal Code)?
A peace bond is a court order that aims to prevent future harm or criminal activity by compelling an individual to comply with certain conditions (e.g., no cont
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Question: In Canada, what is the primary purpose of a 'Peace Bond' (Section 810 of the Criminal Code)?
Answer options:
- To financially compensate victims of crime.
- To incarcerate individuals found guilty of minor offences. ✅ To prevent future criminal activity by imposing conditions on individuals who pose a risk.
- To facilitate reconciliation between offenders and victims.
Correct answer: To prevent future criminal activity by imposing conditions on individuals who pose a risk.
Explanation: A peace bond is a court order that aims to prevent future harm or criminal activity by compelling an individual to comply with certain conditions (e.g., no contact, no weapons) for a specified period, typically when there's a reasonable fear they might commit an offense, even if no offense has been proven yet.
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