A1 - category of crime , different types of court , types of offenses and meanings of words

Question 1

what are the 3 types of criminal offences ?

Answer 1

1. Summary Offenses only 2’. Triable either way offenses.
2. Indicatable offenses only

Question 2

what are 2 main courts ?

Answer 2

1. Magistrates Court.
2. Crown Court.

Question 3

what is the name of the court for the youth?

Answer 3

The youth court.

Question 4

what are summary only offences ?

Answer 4

Summary only offences are of lower severity and include most driving offences and common assault.

Question 5

what court are summary only offences tried in ?

Answer 5

The magistrates court

Question 6

what are indictable only offences ?

Answer 6

Indictable only offences are the most serious offences and include murder , manslaughter and rape.

Question 7

what court are Indictable only offences tried in ?

Answer 7

The crown court

Question 8

what are triable either way offences ?

Answer 8

They cover a wide range of crimes including theft , drug possession and can be tried in either court.

Question 9

what is the maximum sentence summary offences normally carry ?

Answer 9

Summary offences normally carry a maximum sentence of 6 months imprisonment.

Question 10

what are some examples of triable either way offences ?

Answer 10

• Theft
• burglary
• Possession of drugs
• Possession with intent to supply drugs
• Affray

Question 10

what are some examples of summary offences ?

Answer 10

• motoring
• minor criminal damage
• common assault

Question 11

what are some examples of indictable offenses ?

Answer 11

• murder
• man slaughter
• robbery
• rape

Question 12

what civil matters can be discussed in the magistrates court ?

Answer 12

Civil matters such as family law cases may also be heard here.

Question 13

how many magistrates are there in the magistrates court ?

Answer 13

There are normally 3 magistrates but there is no jury present.

Question 14

what is the definition of the word ‘‘sentencing ?

Answer 14

sentencing is the punishment you are given and this can be imprisonment , a fine or community service.
You may also have to pay expenses or compensation for the victim of the offence.

Question 15

what does the crown court have ?

Answer 15

The crown court has greater powers of punishment and you would normally see more serious cases trailed here.

Question 16

what is the structure of the crown court ?

Answer 16

They have multiple courtrooms and hearing various cases
Crown courts have a jury.
Crown courts are open to the public and contain a special seating area for members of the public

Question 17

what is the meaning of criminal damage ?

Answer 17

criminal damage is destroying another persons property such as vandalism or graffiti.

Question 18

what is the meaning of public intoxication ?

Answer 18

being drunk and disorderly in a public place.

Question 19

what is the meaning of assault ?

Answer 19

causing a person to cause immediate unlawful violence such as physically attacking someone or threatening someone with violence.

Question 20

what is the meaning of driving offenses ?

Answer 20

Violations of traffic laws including speeding , reckless driving, drink - driving.

Question 21

what is the meaning of burgulary ?

Answer 21

It is entering a building or a property with the intent to commit theft , damage or other crimes without permission.

Question 22

what is the meaning of homicide ?

Answer 22

Homicide is the unlawful killing of another person , this includes murder and manslaughter.

Question 23

what is the meaning of kidnapping ?

Answer 23

kidnapping is abducting or unlawfully killing restraining another person against their will often involving lots of threats.

Question 24

what is the meaning of domestic violence ?

Answer 24

acts of violence , abuse or intimidation within a domestic or family relationship such as child abuse.

Question 25

what is the meaning of robbery ?

Answer 25

robbery is using force and intimidation to steal property or valuable from another person directly.

Question 26

what is the meaning of theft ?

Answer 26

Theft is stealing someone else’s property with the intent to deprive them . This includes shoplifting or theft of personal belongings.

Question 27

what is the meaning of environmental crimes ?

Answer 27

They are illegal activites that harm the environment such as illegal pollution of natural resources.

Question 28

what is the meaning of Public order offenses

Answer 28

Public order offenses are action that disrupt public order such as rioting , violent protests and fighting in public.

Question 29

what is the meaning of harassment ?

Answer 29

harassment is engaging in behaviours that are unwanted or communications that cause distress , fear to another person.

Question 30

what is the meaning of drug offenses ?

Answer 30

Drug offense are possession , sale or distribution of controlled substances such has illegal drugs or prescription medications without a valid prescription.

Question 31

what is the definition of crime against people ?

Answer 31

crimes against people in the uk involve offenses that harm or threaten to harm individuals physically or physiologically

Question 32

what is the definition of crimes against property ?

Answer 32

Crimes against property in the Uk involve offenses where the primary harm is done to someone possession or rights of property.

Question 33

what is the definition of crimes against society ?

Answer 33

Crimes against society in the UK often relate to behaviours that are considered harmful to society as a whole ,and public safety.

Question 34

what happens at a magistrates court ?

Answer 34

At a magistrates court
- criminal court cases start and around 95 percent of the cases are completed in the magistrates court.
- minor offences are dealt with.
- Preliminary hearing for more serious offences are held
- cases are judged over by two or three magistrates or a district judge and there is no jury.