Scots Law 1

Question 1

What is Scots Law?

Answer 1

Scots Law is the legal system of Scotland, distinct from the legal systems of England and Wales.

Question 2

What is the primary source of Scots Law?

Answer 2

The primary sources of Scots Law are statutes, common law, and European Union law.

Question 3

True or False: Scots Law is based solely on statutory law.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What does the term ‘jurisdiction’ refer to in Scots Law?

Answer 4

Jurisdiction refers to the authority of a court to hear a case and make legal decisions.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The highest court in Scotland is the _____ .

Answer 5

Supreme Court of the United Kingdom

Question 6

What is the role of the Court of Session in Scotland?

Answer 6

The Court of Session is the highest civil court in Scotland.

Question 7

What type of cases does the High Court of Justiciary handle?

Answer 7

The High Court of Justiciary handles serious criminal cases.

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a source of Scots Law? A) Statutes B) Common Law C) International Treaties D) Religious Texts

Answer 8

D) Religious Texts

Question 9

What is the significance of the Scotland Act 1998?

Answer 9

The Scotland Act 1998 established the Scottish Parliament and devolved powers to it.

Question 10

True or False: The Scottish Parliament can create laws on any subject.

Answer 10

False

Question 11

What is the principle of ‘reporting privilege’ in journalism?

Answer 11

Reporting privilege allows journalists to protect their sources and not disclose information obtained in confidence.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The _____ Act 1981 provides protections for journalists in Scotland.

Answer 12

Contempt of Court Act

Question 13

What is the role of the Lord Advocate in Scots Law?

Answer 13

The Lord Advocate is the head of the prosecution service and the principal legal advisor to the Scottish Government.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: What type of law governs the relationship between individuals in Scotland? A) Criminal Law B) Civil Law C) Constitutional Law D) International Law

Answer 14

B) Civil Law

Question 15

What is the purpose of the Scottish Legal Aid Board?

Answer 15

The Scottish Legal Aid Board provides legal aid to individuals who cannot afford legal representation.

Question 16

True or False: Scottish courts can interpret European Union law.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

What is ‘diligence’ in the context of Scots Law?

Answer 17

Diligence refers to legal processes used to enforce a court judgment.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the first instance court for most civil cases in Scotland.

Answer 18

Sheriff Court

Question 19

What is the legal age of criminal responsibility in Scotland?

Answer 19

The legal age of criminal responsibility in Scotland is 12 years old.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of evidence in Scots Law? A) Hearsay B) Direct Evidence C) Circumstantial Evidence D) All of the above

Answer 20

D) All of the above

Question 21

What does the term ‘procurator fiscal’ refer to?

Answer 21

The procurator fiscal is a public official responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime in Scotland.

Question 22

True or False: The Scottish Parliament can override decisions made by the Supreme Court.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What is the function of the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service?

Answer 23

The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service is responsible for the administration of the courts and tribunals in Scotland.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a summary court that deals with less serious criminal offenses.

Answer 24

Justice of the Peace Court

Question 25

What is the standard of proof in criminal cases in Scots Law?

Answer 25

The standard of proof in criminal cases is 'beyond reasonable doubt.'

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a court in Scotland? A) Sheriff Court B) High Court of Justiciary C) Magistrates' Court D) Court of Session

Answer 26

C) Magistrates' Court

Question 27

What does the legal term 'damages' refer to?

Answer 27

Damages refer to monetary compensation awarded to a party in a legal dispute.

Question 28

True or False: In Scotland, a person can be charged with both a civil and criminal offense for the same act.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

What is the role of the Scottish Law Commission?

Answer 29

The Scottish Law Commission is responsible for reviewing and recommending reforms to Scots Law.

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The _____ Act 2003 relates to the reform of the law of evidence in Scotland.

Answer 30

Evidence Act

Question 31

Multiple Choice: What is the maximum sentence a Sheriff can impose in a summary criminal case? A) 6 months B) 12 months C) 3 years D) 5 years

Answer 31

B) 12 months

Question 32

What is the legal term for a formal accusation of a crime in Scotland?

Answer 32

Indictment

Question 33

True or False: Journalists in Scotland have absolute protection against disclosing sources.

Answer 33

False

Question 34

What is the primary legislation governing defamation in Scotland?

Answer 34

The Defamation Act 2013

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The _____ Act 2010 provides for freedom of information in Scotland.

Answer 35

Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act

Question 36

What does 'judicial review' allow in Scots Law?

Answer 36

Judicial review allows individuals to challenge the lawfulness of decisions made by public bodies.