Nature Of Law Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose in criminal?
A
To maintain law and order: to protect society
2
Q
Who is the person starting the case in criminal?
A
Usually the state through the Crown Prosecution Service
3
Q
What is the legal name of a person in criminal?
A
Prosecutor
4
Q
What are the courts in criminal? In order of importance
A
- Supreme Court
- Court of Appeal
- Queen’s Bench Divisional Court
- Crown Court
- Magistrates’ Court
5
Q
What is the standard of proof of criminal?
A
Beyond reasonable doubt
6
Q
What’s the decision made in criminal?
A
Guilty
Not Guilty
7
Q
What power can the court state in criminal?
A
Prison
Community order
Fine
Driving ban
