Theme C Flashcards
(26 cards)
The fundamental principles of law are to ensure…
fairness, justice and equality
who makes the laws in common law
judges
Criminal law protects which 2 things
individuals and society
2 examples of criminal law against people are…
assault, murder
2 examples of criminal law against property are…
theft, vandalism
The aim of civil law is to resolve…
disputes between individuals or organisations
what are the names of the 2 parties involved in a civil case?
claimant and defendant
Identify 2 examples of a civil law case
divorce, breach of contract
the vast majority of civil law cases begin in a
county court
the vast majority of criminal law cases begin in a
magistrate’s court
who are the civil cases brought forward by
claimant
what is the most common penalty for a civil law case
fines
what is the role of a judge
set precedent
identify 2 characteristics of a magistrate
voluntary
not legally trained professionals
give an example of a legal representative who is an expert in the law.
solicitor
which court would we find a jury in
crown
how many jurors are in a jury
12
How do the police ensure the process of arresting someone is fair
-clear reason for arrest
-right to remain silent
-access to legal representation
-reasonable force
which type of criminal cases are heard in a magistrates court. 2 examples
petty theft
minor assault
what is the maximum penalty that a magistrate can enforce
1 year imprisonment
where do the most severe civil law cases go
high court
identify 2 characteristics of a tribunal
less formal
specialised in specific areas of law
suggest 2 reasons why mediation could be better than going to court to settle disputes?
cheaper
faster resolution
what are the 2 main aims for youth sentencing?
rehabilitation
reparation
