CLU3M1- Summative Task “CRIME AND PUNISHMENT”
Throughout this course, you will be exploring the proper legal procedures and practices for a
variety of situations (arrest procedures, jury selection etc.) related to criminal and civil law.
Your task is to create a legally accurate Canadian episode of “Crime and Punishment”. Each
member of your group will create a scene which illustrates your chosen criminal or civil law topic.
You will be responsible for coming up with the concept for the episode, researching Canadian law,
writing the script, producing, directing and starring in video segments all while making sure that it is
legally accurate.
For this project you will be working in groups of 4-5 students. Each member of the group is
responsible for completing one of the following scenes. Please note, your group can use its
discretion with regards to scene selection. The following are ideas for scenes, that you may use, or
you may change.
For example: Scenes could include:
Crime re-enactment
-Must be a crime listed in the Canadian Criminal Code
-For the purpose of creating a mystery, the crime can be re-enacted several times with different
perpetrators
Crime Scene Investigation
-Must demonstrate proper evidence collection and processing procedures
-Evidence collected should appear in the courtroom scene
-Improper evidence handling/’bad’ evidence can be used to further the story
Courtroom Scene
-Must demonstrate a proper understanding of courtroom procedures
-Should incorporate evidence/testimony from the Crime Scene script and/or the questioning of the
suspect, all court actors/players should be present (bailiff, judge, court recorder, jury if applicable)
Jury Deliberation and or Sentencing and or Subject Questioning
-Must demonstrate proper procedures for the chosen topic
-Should use information from previous scripts to maintain consistency
-Can violate proper rules IF it is part of the storyline
Civil Trial
-Must demonstrate a proper understanding of civil law procedures-plaintiff, defendant- appropriate
remedies- balance of probabilities etc.
Be as creative as you can be in your story telling! Just remember, you need to create a
complete storyline, so all scenes necessary to do so must be included. You don’t want your
audience left at the end confused
Video Length-Should be between 25-35 minutes in length
Evaluation- You will be marked individually on this assignment. You will be assessed based on the
following expectations outlined below. In addition to the outlined expectations, each group member
is expected to participate in a minimum of 2 additional scenes in their group. You can film a scene,
act in an additional scene, provide the location and props for an additional scene etc.
DUE DATES AND EXPECATIONS:
1) APRIL 8th- GROUP CONCEPT/PROPOSAL: A one page summary of your script concept
including the participating members from your group, resources required (location of filming, props
etc. and approximate scene length). Additional information about these expectations will be
provided in class. Your group must hand in your proposal as a package with each scene concept in
sequential order. /10 Marks
2) APRIL 22nd -RESEARCH NOTES: A minimum of 2-3 pages of research consisting of relevant
sections of the law, precedents, and all necessary background information about your topic that will
help you to recreate an accurate and realistic script.. Your video should be based on researched
facts. There is a chapter in our textbook that corresponds with your scene topic, so that is a good
place to start /20 Marks
3) APRIL 30th - SCRIPT The length of your script will vary, based on required dialogue. Please
include the dialogue, who is speaking, set ideas, costumes, props, location and any other non
verbal communication that is necessary to set the scene. Please lay out the list of responsibilities
for your group members. You need to remember that your group members will need to read your
script and prepare for your scene so make sure it is as thorough as possible. /40 Marks
4) APRIL 27th, MAY 19th -PREPARATION DAYS These two dates are allocated class time that
has been designated for you to work on this assignment. At the end of each prep day, you will be
required to submit a paragraph reflection on the work period. You should prepare to film or
rehearse on these dates. /10 Marks
5) MAY 25th - FINAL PRODUCT DUE-DVD, USB or VHS copy of the entire production is due.
Please make sure that your DVD/VHS/USB is clearly labeled. On this date, components 1-4 need
to be handed back in as well. /60 Marks
LAW OSCARS- MAY 28th and MAY 29th
TOTAL MARKS AVAILABLE: /140 MARKS
WEIGHTING: 20% OF FINAL MARK