Juries

Question 1

What is the role of the jury in a criminal court?

Answer 1

Crown Court - a panel of 12 who decide whether the defendant is guilty/not guilty.

Question 2

What is the role of the jury in a civil court?

Answer 2

County court (8 jurors) or High court (12 jurors) - juries determine liability and amount of damages to be awarded - they are mostly used for defamation (slander and libel cases)