Claude-Armand Sheppard, a Montreal lawyer, discusses citizens’ rights in dealings with the police. He uses an authentic case where trumped-up charges were twice laid against a citizen. He went to court, was acquitted and then sued for damages. Failure to do so would eventually lead to the erosion of civil rights. Animated drawings lend visual impact to the lawyer’s words. This film is a must for everyone.
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ACMI Identifier
310850
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Animation (Cinematography)
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Civil law
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Lawyers
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Police - Complaints against
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Civil law
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Civil rights
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)