Categories of Offences Flashcards
1
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What are Summary Only offences?
A
Summary only offences are the least serious offences, such as assault and battery, and can only be heard in the Magistrates’ Court (MC).
2
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What are Indictable Only offences?
A
Indictable only offences are the most serious offences, such as rape, murder, and robbery. They can only be heard in the Crown Court (CC). If the defendant is charged with multiple offences, the most serious will determine where the trial is heard.
3
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What are Either Way offences?
A
Either Way offences are more serious than summary offences but less serious than indictable offences. They can be heard in either the Magistrates’ Court (MC) or Crown Court (CC).
