Criminal Courts and Lay People Flashcards
Section A: The Legal System
1
Q
What are summary offences? Give two examples.
A
Summary offences are the least serious ‘petty crimes’, tried at the magistrates’ court. E.g. assault, traffic offences.
2
Q
What are triable either-way offences? Give two examples.
A
Triable-either-way offences may be tried at the magistrates’ court or the crown court depending on the circumstances of the case. E.g. ABH and theft.
