Law Reporting Flashcards
1
Q
For how long have written records existed in England and Wales?
A
since the 13th century
2
Q
What is a problem with old written records? (2)
A
- Very brief
- not always accurate
3
Q
The earliest reports from about 1275 and 1535 were called what ?
A
Year Books
4
Q
What did Year Books from about 1275 and 1535 contain?
A
short reports of cases usually written in French
5
Q
What was set up in 1865?
A
the Incorporated Council of Law Reporting
6
Q
What was a result from the Incorporated Council of Law Reporting 1865?
A
Reports became accurate with the judgement usually noted down word for word
7
Q
Where are all High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court cases found today?
A
on the internet
