role of lay people Flashcards
1
Q
role of lay people (criminal)
A
- 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
2
Q
role of lay people (civil)
A
- 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