Magistrates Flashcards
1
Q
Magistrates
A
- Lay magistrates not legally qualified
- appointed by lord chief justice
- go thru training
- have a justice clerk + legal advisor
2
Q
Civil jurisdiction
A
-Grant licences
3
Q
Criminal
A
- Hear bail application
- Hear summary/triable either way offences
4
Q
District judge
A
Magistrates sit with district judge (Who is qualified)
5
Q
Criminal cases
A
All start off in magistrates because defendant will put in a plea (unless defendant pleads guilty)
