Criminal Law/CJS Flashcards
1
Q
What is the degree of proof for Criminal Law?
A
Beyond Reasonable Doubt
2
Q
What is the Actus Reus?
A
Action or the guilty act
3
Q
What is the Mens Rea?
A
Thoughts or Intentions (Guilty mind)
4
Q
What is a conspiracy in terms of criminal law?
A
An agreement between at least two people where they agree to commit a criminal act.
5
Q
What is the max sentence for a summary offence?
A
6 months.
6
Q
What are the 6 sources of law?
A
Common Law
Statute/Legislation
Case Law
Statutory Instruments
Bye Laws
European/International Laws
7
Q
What is the test for DISHONESTY?
A
Ivey v Genting Casino 2017
8
Q
What is the structure of the English and Welsh Courts?
A
Supreme Court at the top
Court of Appeal
Splits to Crown Court and High Court
Crown splits to Youth and Mag court
High splits to County court and Mag court
