Problem
a) What are the facts in issue as set out in a criminal information?
b) Explain the difference between the roles of trier-of-fact and trier-of-law. Who performs each role in a judge and jury trial? Who performs each role in a judge-alone trial?
c) Describe the meaning of the burden of proof in terms of the standard of proof, and who has the burden of proof. How does the burden of proof affect the the trial process?
d) Describe what a prima facie case is in terms of the establishing the elements of the offence. What may happen if the Crown does not establish a prima facie case at trial? Provide an example scenario of a prima facie case that could be presented before a court. Full sentences required.