Civil Courts & ADR: County Court Jurisdiction Flashcards
1
Q
How many County Courts are there?
A
Approx 200
2
Q
What is the max claim the CC can hear?
A
Cases worth less than £100k but can hear higher if parties agree
3
Q
What are the main areas of jurisdiction for CC?
A
Contract
Tort
Land
Will up to £30k
Family
4
Q
Who hears CC cases?
A
A Circuit judge or a District judge
5
Q
What is rare?
A
A jury of 8 people can be used
6
Q
When can a jury of 8 people be used?
A
Defamation
Malicious Prosecution
Faled imprisonment
