Types Of Sanctions / Resolution Flashcards

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Criminal court breakdown

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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 )

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Civil Courts

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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

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Ombudsmen

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

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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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Less formal, cheaper and speedy ourcome to case.

Negotiation , Mediation, Conciliation , Arbitration ( legally binding)

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Supreme Court

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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.

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