Types Of Sanctions / Resolution

Question 1

Criminal court breakdown

Answer 1

1) Criminal - CPS decides whether a case is brought on behalf of the state
2) Convicted if guilty , acquitted if not guilty.
3) proof required beyond reasonable doubt
4) custodial / non - custodial sentence given
5) defendant may appeal courts verdict / sentence
(Magistrate/ Crown Court )

Question 2

Civil Courts

Answer 2

1) Case brought by individual / group / organisation
2) Defendant found liable/non liable in regard to issue
3) Evidence must be produced to support claim
4) compensation or injunction granted
5) either party can appeal courts decisions
6) County court / High court

Question 3

Ombudsmen

Answer 3

Official appointed to check on government ativity on behalf of citzen and investigate complaints made.

Question 4

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Answer 4

Less formal, cheaper and speedy ourcome to case.

Negotiation , Mediation, Conciliation , Arbitration ( legally binding)

Question 5

Supreme Court

Answer 5

Final court of appeal in UK for civil cases and criminal cases from Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland. It hears cases of great public importance affecting the whole population.