role of lay people Flashcards

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role of lay people (criminal)

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  • decide whether the defendant is guilty or not
  • only used in the crown court where the D pleads NOT GUILTY
  • deal with bail applications, remand hearings and committal proceedings
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role of lay people (civil)

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  • used in limited circumstances and have a dual role
  • licensing, family matters
  • specialised lay people in youth courts that include most crimes except very serious ones
  • they will attempt 10-17 year olds
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