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  1. Which of the following is the correct spelling of the term for a sworn statement made under oath?

    Answer: Affidavit

    'Affidavit' is the correct spelling — double 'f' followed by 'i', not 'a'.

  2. What does the term 'exculpatory' mean in a legal and police context?

    Answer: Tending to clear a person from blame or fault

    'Exculpatory' means tending to exonerate or clear a suspect of blame or guilt.

  3. Choose the correctly spelled word meaning to officially take possession of property as evidence.

    Answer: Seize

    'Seize' is the correct spelling — an exception to the 'i before e' rule.

  4. What is a 'recognizance' in Canadian criminal procedure?

    Answer: A written promise by an accused to comply with conditions and appear in court

    A recognizance is a binding promise an accused makes to comply with conditions and appear in court, often instead of being held in custody.

  5. Which sentence uses the word 'principal' correctly in a police context?

    Answer: Both A and C are correct uses.

    'Principal' as an adjective means 'main/most important' (principal evidence) and as a noun means the head of a school. Both A and C use the word correctly.

  6. Which of the following is the correct term for a court order requiring a person to refrain from certain actions, often used in domestic situations in Canada?

    Answer: Peace bond

    A peace bond (Section 810 of the Criminal Code) is the specific Canadian legal instrument used to prevent feared harm, including in domestic situations.