Question 494

According to the Constitution Act, 1867, which level of government is responsible for creating criminal law?

  1. AProvincial governments
  2. BThe Judiciary
  3. CThe federal government
  4. DMunicipal governments
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: C) The federal government

Explanation

The Constitution Act, 1867, assigns responsibility for matters of national concern to the federal government. This specifically includes the creation of criminal law for the entire country.

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