Question 616

Based on the information provided, what is the fundamental relationship between the police and the laws in Canada?

  1. AThe police are exempt from the laws
  2. BThe police create the laws
  3. CThe police interpret the laws
  4. DThe police enforce the laws
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) The police enforce the laws

Explanation

The guide defines two key aspects of this relationship: it states that 'the police enforce the laws' and also that 'The law in Canada applies to everyone, including ... the police.' Therefore, their primary role is to enforce the laws they are also subject to.

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