AC1.2- DESCRIBE THE ORGANISATION OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM IN ENGLAND AND WALES Flashcards
1
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Who makes laws?
A
Parliament and judges
2
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How do judges create law?
A
Setting judicial precedents and interpreting meaning of statutes
3
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What two government departments are responsible for overseeing most of the justice system?
A
Ministry of Justice and the Home Office
4
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Who are responsible for enforcing criminal law?
A
The police
5
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What do the police do?
A
Investigate crimes, collect evidence, arrest, detail and question suspects