Chapter 5: The role of the citizen within the legal system

Question 1

Central to any justice system within a democracy

Answer 1

Central to any justice system within a democracy is the:

1. Support
2. Involvement of its citizenry

Question 2

Central to any justice system within a democracy is the support and involvement of its citizenry.
What has there been a long tradition of in the various parts of the UK?

Answer 2

There has been a long tradition of citizen involvement in the justice system in the various parts of the UK

Question 3

There has been a long tradition of citizen involvement in the justice system in the various parts of the UK.
How can citizens take part in the justice system?

Answer 3

Citizens can take part in the justice system:

1. Through jury service
2. As magistrates dispensing justice locally
3. As members of tribunals resolving issues
4. By becoming special constables working alongside their local police force
5. By becoming a member of a Neighbourhood Watch scheme
6. By standing for election as a Police and Crime Commissioner

Question 4

There has been a long tradition of citizen involvement in the justice system in the various parts of the United Kingdom.
What do those who witness crime, or are a victim of crime also have?

Answer 4

Those who witness crime, or are a victim of crime also have a role to play to ensure the justice system operates:

1. Fairly
2. Justly