Chapter 3 - key concepts (finished)

Question 1

summary offences vs indictable

Answer 1

While a summary offence is a minor crime that is generally heard in Magistrates, indictable offences are serious crimes often heard in the County or Supreme courts.

Question 2

burden and standards of proof

Answer 2

Whoever has responsibility to prove the facts, eg prosecution, and beyond a reasonable doubt.

Question 3

the rights of an accused

Answer 3

• the right to be tried without unreasonable delay
• the right to silence
• the right to trial by jury

Question 4

the rights of victims

Answer 4

• the right to give evidence using alternative arrangements
• the right to be informed about the proceeding
• the right to be informed of the likely release date of the offender