Role of Judges

Question 1

What work does a judge do in the Civil courts? ( 3-4 out of 5 )

Answer 1

Hear evidence from witnesses
Listen to legal arguments
Decides :
Who’s liable , how much damages or other remedies. Who bares legal costs.

Question 2

What work does a judge do in the magistrates?

Answer 2

Decide guilt
Sentence offender ( usually same powers as a lay mag )

Question 3

What work does a judge do in the crown court?

Answer 3

Decide any legal issues in a case
Decide on sentence
Instruct jury on the law

Question 4

What work do Judges do in the SC and COA? ( Get 5-6 out of 9 )

Answer 4

Decide whether law was correct and hearing was conducted properly.
Decision made by 3 or more judges
Decide if outcome is wrong
Can change decision or order a re trial
Can revise sentence - ( changing )
Clarifying or amend the law if necessary.
Judicial review of a HC case.
Reviewing situation in relations to the human rights act.