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Section 10(b) of the Canadian Charter guarantees a person under arrest the right to:

Charter s.10(b) = right to counsel without delay upon arrest/detention, and right to be informed. Police must facilitate access (e.g., duty counsel).

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Question: Section 10(b) of the Canadian Charter guarantees a person under arrest the right to:

Answer options:

  • Remain silent forever ✅ Retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be informed of that right
  • A jury trial
  • A phone call to media

Correct answer: Retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be informed of that right

Explanation: Charter s.10(b) = right to counsel without delay upon arrest/detention, and right to be informed. Police must facilitate access (e.g., duty counsel).

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