legal personnel, judiciary and legal aid. Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the primary purpose of revision resources for English legal personnel?
To provide comprehensive information and guidance for legal practice and understanding of the law.
True or False: Revision resources are only useful for law students.
False
Name one key resource for judges in the UK.
Judicial College Guidelines
Fill in the blank: The _____ provides legal practitioners with updates on changes in legislation.
Law Society Gazette
Which online platform offers a range of legal resources including case law?
Westlaw
What type of resource is the ‘Criminal Practice Directions’?
A guidance document for criminal proceedings.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a legal resource? A) Law Reports B) Legal Textbooks C) Cooking Recipes
C) Cooking Recipes
What is the role of the Legal Aid Agency in England?
To provide legal aid and assistance to those who cannot afford legal representation.
True or False: The Bar Council publishes resources for barristers.
True
Name a resource that helps solicitors keep up with professional ethics.
Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Handbook
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a comprehensive guide to civil procedure rules.
Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
What does the term ‘case law’ refer to?
Law established by the outcome of former court cases.
Multiple Choice: Which publication is essential for understanding judicial decisions? A) The Guardian B) The Law Reports C) Vogue
B) The Law Reports
What is one benefit of using online legal databases?
Access to a wide range of legal documents and case law.
True or False: The Criminal Procedure Rules are applicable only to civil cases.
False
Name one source that provides updates on legal news and developments.
Legal Week
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a key resource for understanding family law.
Family Procedure Rules (FPR)
What does the term ‘precedent’ mean in legal context?
A previous case or legal decision that influences future cases.
Multiple Choice: Which resource is most likely to contain legal commentary? A) Legal Journals B) Recipe Books C) Travel Guides
A) Legal Journals
What is the significance of the ‘Judicial Appointments Commission’?
It is responsible for selecting judges in England and Wales.
True or False: The ‘Bar Standards Board’ oversees the conduct of solicitors.
False
Name a key resource for understanding human rights law in the UK.
European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a resource for understanding the law of torts.
Tort Law
What is the purpose of legal textbooks?
To provide in-depth analysis and explanations of legal principles and cases.
