The Criminal Trial Process Flashcards
What is court jurisdiction and what courts have what jurisdiction
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Describe the role of the courts in the criminal justice process
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What are the key features of the adversary system
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What are the roles of different legal personnel including magistrate, judge, police prosecutor, DPP and Public Defenders
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Explain the role of pleas and charge negotiation
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Examine the role of legal representation in the criminal trial, including legal aid
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Define burden and standard of proof
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Explain the rules governing the use of evidence, including witnesses
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Discuss the use of the adversary system as a means of achieving justice
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Assess the use of defences to criminal charges (partial and complete)
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Evaluate the effectiveness of the jury system in the criminal trial
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What is the role of juries, including verdicts
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Assess the effectiveness of the criminal trial process as a means of achieving justice
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