And/or Crown Court - (8)

Question 1

Who oversees cases in the Crown Court?

Answer 1

Crown Court cases are overseen by a judge and a jury.

Question 2

What types of cases are heard by the Crown Court?

Answer 2

The Crown Court hears all indictable offences and triable either way offences if the Magistrates’ Court finds the case too serious or the defendant chooses a jury trial.

Question 3

What happens if a defendant is found guilty in the Crown Court?

Answer 3

If D pleads/found guilty, D is sentenced by a judge, with penalties ranging up to life imprisonment or unlimited fines. Community orders may also be imposed.

Question 4

Can the Crown Court hear appeals from the Magistrates’ Court?

Answer 4

They also hear appeals from the Magistrates’ Court.
Judge can confirm, reverse, or vary convictions, and may increase or decrease the sentence.

Question 5

Explain jurisdiction for Crown Court

Answer 5

• Cases overseen by judge and jury.
• Hear all indictable offences.
• Handle triable either way cases (serious).
• Defendants sentenced by judge.
• Sentences: up to life, unlimited fines.
• Can impose community orders.
• Hears appeals from Magistrates’ Court.
• Judge can confirm, reverse, or change.
• May adjust sentences (increase/decrease).