The Roles of a Judge and Jury Flashcards
1
Q
What is a judge?
A
Act as the impartial umpire and ensure that each party is able to present their case equally. They must make sure that court procedures are carried out in accordance with the court rules and fairness.
2
Q
What are the responsibilties of a judge?
A
- Manage trial
- Decide on admissibility of evidence
- Attend to jury matters
- Give directions to jury and sum up case
- Hand down sentence
3
Q
What is a criminal jury?
A
A group of 12 people randomly selected via the electoral roll, with no connection to the court or parties. They decide the verdict and allow for community participation in courts.
4
Q
What are the responsiblities of a jury?
A
- Be objective
- Listen and remember all of the evidence
- Understand directions
- Deliver verdict
