Asked by Chris Fragy on May 12, 2024
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The provincial government passed legislation that made a new kind of consumer scam a criminal act. Audrey was charged under the legislation. She can successfully defend herself by saying that the legislation is unconstitutional.
Consumer Scam
Deceptive practices targeting consumers, designed to defraud or obtain financial advantage at the consumer's expense.
Criminal Act
An action that is punishable by law, often involving harm to society or other individuals.
Legislation
The process of making or enacting laws, typically by a legislative body, as well as the laws that are enacted.
- Comprehend federal authority concerning specific law categories as prescribed by the Canadian Constitution.
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Reman OsamaMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
If Audrey can demonstrate that the legislation infringes upon rights or freedoms guaranteed by the constitution, or exceeds the provincial government's legislative authority under the constitution, she may successfully argue that the legislation is unconstitutional, potentially invalidating the charges against her.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend federal authority concerning specific law categories as prescribed by the Canadian Constitution.
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