Criminal law Flashcards
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Laws concerned not only with the rights of individuals directly involved but also with the welfare of society as a whole
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Criminal law
2
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To regulate the behaviour of individuals in the community
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Purpose
3
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The person who takes action
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The Director of Public Prosecutions
4
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Beyond reasonable doubt
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Standard proof required
5
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Police investigation- if the case concerns an indictable offence, a committal hearing is also conducted
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Procedure used to bring the case to court
6
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Where the accused pleads not guilty, a trial before a judge and a jury of 12 people
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Court procedure
7
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Verdict of guilty or not guilty
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Decision
8
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If the accused is found guilty, a sanction is imposed
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Outcome
9
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Prosecution and accused
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The parties involved
