The Judiciary: types and role in criminal courts

Question 1

WHAT IS THEIR MAIN ROLE?

Answer 1

Their main role is to make decisions in respect of disputes. Fair, unbiased way, applying the law and following the legal procedure of England and Wales.

Question 2

APPELLATE JUDGES?

Answer 2

• The justices of the Supreme Court
• Lord justices of appeal
• High court judges

Question 3

INFERIOR JUDGES?

Answer 3

• Circuit judges
• Recorders
• District judges