Topic 1 - The Court Hierarchy Flashcards
1
Q
What binds all courts?
A
The Supreme Court since 2009 (previously the House of Lords). It binds all courts, apart from itself
2
Q
The Court of Appeal
A
Binds all divisional courts, high courts and inferior courts - below and usually itself
3
Q
Divisional Court
A
Binds all high courts, inferior courts and other divisional courts
4
Q
High Courts
A
Binds all inferior courts but not other sittings of High Court
5
Q
Inferior Courts
A
E.g Crown, County and Magistrates - Do not bind other courts
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6
Q
What is the order of the court hierarchy?
A
The Supreme Court
The Court of Appeal
The Divisional Court
High Courts
Inferior Courts
