Citizenship Theme C Flashcards
Model questions and answers
Part time magistrates are people who?
Are not legally qualified and receive no pay for their work.
Someone found guilty of a serious assault could be sent to a prison for up to 16 years. In which type of court would sentencing take place?
Criminal court.
What is the age of criminal responsibility in Whales and England?
10 years.
Identify the correct definition of common law.
Judges take into account decisions made in higher courts.
What is a fact about Jury services in England?
You can be fined if you do not take part in jury services once it’s been arranged.
Why are youth courts different from other courts?
Youth courts need to meet the needs of younger people who appear in court.
Whats is an official strategy for reducing crime in the UK?
Prevention.
Whats an example of restorative justice?
A supervised meeting in which the offender apologises to the victim.
What is a type of criminal court?
Crown court.
Which one of the following is true in the UK?
Young children can drink alcohol at home if a parent/carer is supervising them.
Fines are routinely used as a punishment in..?
Criminal law.
What is a punishment in the UK justice system?
Life imprisonment.
Give two reasons why society needs laws. (2 Marks)
-It protects the public.
-It ensures people are treated fairly.
-It ensures disputes are settled fairly and peacefully.
-A lack of law and order will mean a breakdown of society.
Identify two ways in which youth courts differ to other courts. (2 Marks)
-No jury.
-Public are not allowed in.
