criminal code of canada r.s.c. 1985 c. c-46

The Criminal Code of Canada, officially known as R.S.C. 1985, c. C-46, is the primary statute governing criminal law in Canada. It covers a wide range of offenses, procedures, and penalties related to criminal acts. The Criminal Code outlines various crimes, including but not limited to:

1. Offenses against the person, such as assault, homicide, and sexual offenses.
2. Offenses against property, including theft, fraud, and mischief.
3. Offenses related to public order, such as disturbing the peace, rioting, and weapons offenses.
4. Offenses against the administration of justice, such as perjury, obstruction of justice, and contempt of court.
5. Offenses related to morals, such as prostitution, obscenity, and gambling.
6. Offenses related to the operation of motor vehicles, including impaired driving and dangerous driving.

The Criminal Code also establishes procedures for investigating and prosecuting criminal offenses, as well as the sentencing and rehabilitation of offenders. It is periodically updated to reflect changes in societal values, legal principles, and emerging criminal activities.