Life in the UK chapter 5 test: The law and the courts

Question 1 of 15

How are jurors chosen?

By the policeBy the judge hearing the caseAt random from the electoral registerBy volunteering at a court

Question 2 of 15

Who are magistrates?

Usually unpaid volunteers from the local community, without legal qualificationsSenior judges appointed for lifeBarristers elected by the local councilPaid officials of the Home Office

Question 3 of 15

Where are serious criminal offences tried in England and Wales?

The magistrates' courtThe Crown Court, before a judge and juryThe small claims courtThe County Court

Question 4 of 15

How many people sit on a jury in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?

9101215

Question 5 of 15

Which court deals with minor criminal offences in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?

The magistrates' courtThe County CourtThe Crown CourtThe High Court

Question 6 of 15

Are the police themselves required to obey the law?

No, they are exempt while on dutyOnly when off dutyOnly in ScotlandYes, and complaints about them can be made independently

Question 7 of 15

Where can you get help finding legal advice?

The House of LordsThe electoral register officeCitizens AdviceThe Speaker's office

Question 8 of 15

In Scotland, which court deals with minor criminal offences?

The magistrates' courtThe Sheriff CourtThe Crown CourtThe Justice of the Peace Court

Question 9 of 15

How many people sit on a jury in Scotland?

12101518

Question 10 of 15

In Northern Ireland, who usually hears minor criminal cases?

A District Judge or Deputy District JudgeA jury of 12An unpaid volunteer magistrateA Sheriff

Question 11 of 15

What is the small claims procedure used for?

Minor civil disputes over small sums of moneyDisputes between government departmentsMinor criminal offencesAppeals against Crown Court verdicts

Question 12 of 15

What are the police there to do?

Protect life and property, prevent and detect crime, and keep the peaceDecide the sentence for an offenceProsecute cases in the Crown CourtRun the prison system

Question 13 of 15

What do County Courts deal with?

Serious criminal trialsImmigration decisions onlyA wide range of civil disputes, including debt and personal injuryAppeals from the Supreme Court

Question 14 of 15

Everyone charged with a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

FalseTrue

Question 15 of 15

What does civil law deal with?

The appointment of judgesDisputes between people or organisationsDecisions of parliamentCrimes investigated by the police