Chapter 1: Nature of Law Flashcards
(12 cards)
Introduction
What are the Three Legal Juristictions in the UK?
- England and Wales;
- Scotland; and
- Northern Ireland.
English Law
Who was Responsible for Law Pre-1066?
Local Barons.
English Law
What is Common Law?
A System of Justice Common to the Whole Country.
English Law
Common Law Courts are Known for There:
- Strict and Procedural Rules; and
- Limited Remedies.
Damages are the Single Form of Remedy - “The Common Law Remedy”
English Law
What Did The Provisions of Oxford Forbid?
The Creation of New Writs.
Writs Allow Legal Action to be Brought Against Somebody.
English Law
When Were The Provisions of Oxford Created?
In 1258.
Annulled in 1266.
English Law
What Were the Equity Courts Based on?
Flexibility and Fairness.
English Law
What Did the Judicature Acts of 1873-75 Create?
A Single Court Made up of Common Law Courts and Equity Courts.
Crown Dependencies
Who are the UK’s Crown Dependencies?
The Isle of Man and Channel Islands.
Crown Dependencies
What Does the UK Share With Their Crown Dependencies?
Foreign Policy and Defence.
Sources of Law
What are the Main Sources of Law Applicable in the UK?
Legislation and Case Law.
(There are Many Extra-Legal Sources in the Context of Tax)
Sources of Law
What Source of Law is Custom?
General Law.
