Unit 4 AC1.2 Describe the organisation of the criminal justice system in England and Wales

Question 1

What is the organisation of the criminal justice system in England and Wales?

Answer 1

Law creation and administration, law enforcement, the courts, and punishment of offenders.

Question 2

What are the main parts of the criminal justice system?

Answer 2

Law creation, law enforcement, the courts, and punishment of offenders.

Question 3

Describe the role of Parliament in law creation.

Answer 3

Parliament passes Acts, creating statute law.

Question 4

How do judges contribute to law creation?

Answer 4

Judges set precedents and interpret statutes through statutory interpretation.

Question 5

What is the role of the police in the criminal justice system?

Answer 5

Enforce laws, investigate crimes, and decide prosecution.

Question 6

How many regional police forces are there in England and Wales?

Answer 6

43 regional police forces.

Question 7

What is the responsibility of the HM Courts and Tribunals Service?

Answer 7

Administer the courts and tribunals in England and Wales.

Question 8

What is the purpose of the magistrate’s court?

Answer 8

Handle less serious offenses and make initial pleas and bail decisions.

Question 9

What types of cases does the Crown Court handle?

Answer 9

Handle serious offenses triable by judge and jury.

Question 10

What role does the CPS play in the criminal justice system?

Answer 10

Decide whether to prosecute and present the prosecution’s case.

Question 11

What factors determine the verdict and punishment in a criminal case?

Answer 11

Evidence presented to the jury or judge.

Question 12

Can offenders appeal against their conviction and/or sentence?

Answer 12

Yes, offenders can appeal.

Question 13

What is the role of HM Prison Service?

Answer 13

Supervise offenders in custody.

Question 14

What is the role of the National Probation Service?

Answer 14

Supervise offenders in the community and provide rehabilitation support.

Question 15

What is the purpose of the criminal justice system in England and Wales?

Answer 15

Enforce laws, ensure fair trials, and punish or rehabilitate offenders.

Question 16

How does the criminal justice system contribute to maintaining social order?

Answer 16

Enforce laws, investigate crimes, and provide appropriate punishment or rehabilitation.

Question 17

What is the significance of statutory law in the criminal justice system?

Answer 17

Provides the legal framework for defining and punishing criminal offenses.

Question 18

How does the criminal justice system ensure fairness and justice?

Answer 18

Through independent judiciary, fair trials, and consideration of individual circumstances.

Question 19

How does the criminal justice system contribute to public safety?

Answer 19

Identify, apprehend, and deter offenders, and rehabilitate and supervise them.

Question 20

How are offenders handled in custody and in the community by the criminal justice system?

Answer 20

Offenders in custody are supervised by the HM Prison Service, while those in the community are supervised by the National Probation Service.

Question 21

Describe the organisation of the criminal justice system in England and Wales.

Answer 21

Various agencies and departments work together to enforce laws, prosecute offenders, support victims, and ensure public safety.

Question 22

Describe the relationships between different agencies and the extent of cooperation that exists.

Answer 22

Different agencies collaborate to investigate and prosecute crimes, support victims and witnesses, manage offenders, and maintain public safety.

Question 23

What role do the police play in the criminal justice system?

Answer 23

The police give evidence, protect vulnerable witnesses, hold defendants in cells, and transport them to court.

Question 24

How do the HM Prison and Probation Services cooperate with the police?

Answer 24

They arrest prisoners recalled for breaching their license and manage the list of child sex offenders in the area.

Question 25

What is the role of the CPS (Crown Prosecution Service) in the criminal justice system?

Answer 25

The CPS provides evidence for prosecution and charges offenders according to instructions.

Question 26

How do voluntary organizations contribute to the criminal justice system?

Answer 26

They refer victims and witnesses to support services such as Victim Support and provide assistance.

Question 27

How do the police and CPS collaborate?

Answer 27

The police seek advice on evidence collection, and the CPS instructs them on charging suspects.

Question 28

What is the role of the courts in the criminal justice system?

Answer 28

The courts prepare and present the prosecution case against offenders and handle appeals against unduly lenient sentences.

Question 29

How do government departments contribute to the criminal justice system?

Answer 29

They provide funding for the courts, prison service, probation service, and set national policing priorities.

Question 30

What is the responsibility of HM Courts and Tribunals Service?

Answer 30

They supervise the efficient running of courts, fund individual courts, and arrange video recordings for prisoners giving evidence.

Question 31

How does the National Probation Service contribute to the criminal justice system?

Answer 31

They supervise prisoners released on license, prepare pre-sentence reports, and supervise offenders with community sentences.

Question 32

What is the role of HM Prison Service in the criminal justice system?

Answer 32

They carry out custodial sentences, supervise defendants remanded into custody, and facilitate visits from defense lawyers.

Question 33

How does HM Prison Service cooperate with the police?

Answer 33

They facilitate interviews with prisoners involved in ongoing police investigations.

Question 34

What is the role of the National Probation Service when a prisoner is to be released on license?

Answer 34

They liaise to ensure a smooth transition and supervision of the prisoner in the community.

Question 35

How do the police protect vulnerable witnesses?

Answer 35

The police take measures to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable witnesses during investigations and court proceedings.

Question 36

What is the role of voluntary organizations in supporting victims?

Answer 36

Voluntary organizations refer victims to support services such as Victim Support, provide refuge options, and offer witness support.

Question 37

How do the police transport defendants to and from court?

Answer 37

The police are responsible for the safe transportation of defendants from police cells to the court for hearings and trials.

Question 38

What role does the Crown Prosecution Service play in preparing appeals?

Answer 38

The CPS prepares and presents the prosecution case when appealing against unduly lenient sentences in court.

Question 39

How does the Ministry of Justice contribute to the criminal justice system?

Answer 39

The Ministry of Justice is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the functioning of the courts, prisons, and probation services.

Question 40

How do government departments provide funding for the criminal justice system?

Answer 40

Government departments allocate funds from general taxation to support the different parts of the justice system, including the courts, prison service, and probation service.