Criminal Law Flashcards

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Criminal law - Main objective

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Punish offenders and prevent re-offending, regulate/control behaviour

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Criminal law - Two parties

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Victim
Defendant

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Criminal law - Burden of proof

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Prosecution must prove their case

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Criminal law - Standard of proof

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Beyond reasonable doubt

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Criminal law - Remedies

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Prison, fines, community service

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Criminal law - Two main courts

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Crown and Magistrates

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Criminal law - Purpose

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Prosecute criminals

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Criminal law - Heard by

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Jury

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