The Structure of the Legal System Flashcards
(16 cards)
What are the two main branches of the legal system in the UK?
Criminal law and civil law.
True or False: The UK has a single legal system.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ courts handle serious criminal cases.
Crown.
What is the highest court in the UK?
The Supreme Court.
What type of law deals with disputes between individuals?
Civil law.
Multiple Choice: Which court is primarily responsible for hearing appeals in civil cases?
Court of Appeal.
What is the purpose of the Magistrates’ Court?
To handle minor criminal cases and preliminary hearings.
True or False: The High Court has jurisdiction over both civil and criminal matters.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the first point of entry for most criminal cases.
Magistrates’ Court.
What is the role of the jury in a criminal trial?
To determine the guilt or innocence of the defendant.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of civil court?
Crown Court.
What is the function of the Court of Appeal?
To hear appeals from lower courts.
Fill in the blank: The __________ Court deals with family law and child protection cases.
Family.
True or False: The Supreme Court can hear both civil and criminal cases.
True.
What is the term for laws made by Parliament?
Statute law.
