Saskatchewan Driver Education GDL Class 7 Learner Practice Test

Criminal negligence is defined as a state of mind showing 'wanton or reckless disregard for the lives or safety of other persons'. The Criminal Code of Canada states that a person found guilty of criminal negligence causing death or bodily harm while operating a motor vehicle can face up to 10 years of imprisonment. This makes choice B, 10 years, the correct answer. Choice A, 5 years, is incorrect because it is the penalty for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death or bodily harm, which does not require the element of criminal negligence. Choice D, 1 year, is incorrect because it is the maximum penalty for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, which does not involve a person's death. Choice C, 3 years, is incorrect because it is the penalty for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle that endangers the public but does not cause bodily harm or death. This charge does not require the element of criminal negligence either.