Relationships between branches Flashcards

(10 cards)

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Q

what is civil law

A

between individuals/groups and each other – e.g. if you sue somebody for breach of contract, or divorce law, or child custody. Also between individuals and branches of government, where the government may have acted illegally.

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what is criminal law

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between individuals/groups and the state where crimes have been committed – e.g. theft, murder or fraud

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3
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types of criminal courts in order of importance

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supreme court
court of appeal
crown court
high court
magistrates court (biggest sentence is 6 months)

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4
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type of civil courts and what they are for in order of importance

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supreme court - major issues of law
court of appeal - major civil appeals
high court - major cases/minor appeals
county court - family law/minor law suits
tribunials - special law

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5
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who deals with political issues

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high court and upwards

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6
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who are considered senior judges

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high court and upwards

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7
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what does the european court of human rights deal with

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with Human Right Act cases, once they have been through British Law

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8
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what does the european court of justice deal with

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dealing with EU law, until at least after the transition period

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9
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how is statute law created

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through acts through parliment

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10
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how is common law created

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judge made laws due to cases that goes through court

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