Week 3 - Courts Flashcards
1
Q
Where will all criminal cases start?
A
The Magistrates’ Court
2
Q
Where are more serious criminal matters sent to?
A
The Crown Court
3
Q
Where will appeals from the Crown Court go to?
A
The Court of Appeal Criminal Division and potentially the UK Supreme Court
4
Q
What is a key thing to remember about the Supreme Court regarding appeals?
A
They will hear appeals, but only if it is in the public interest to do so
5
Q
Where do civil cases usually start?
A
The County Court
6
Q
Where will civil case appeals go to?
A
To the High Court, then the Courts of Appeal - different divisions of those courts
