British Laws & the Legal System

Question 1

What is the supreme legal authority in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Parliament

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The Prime Minister.

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The Supreme Court.

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The Monarch.

Question 2

What is common law?

Accepted Answer

Law based on judicial decisions and precedents

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Laws made by Parliament.

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International treaties.

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Royal decrees.

Question 3

Who enforces the law in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Police

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Judges.

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Members of Parliament.

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The Monarch.

Question 4

What is the role of a judge?

Accepted Answer

Oversee trials and interpret the law

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Make laws.

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Enforce arrests.

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Campaign for elections.

Question 5

What is the difference between criminal and civil law?

Accepted Answer

Criminal law involves societal offenses; civil law involves personal disputes

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They are the same.

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Criminal law applies only to businesses.

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Civil law governs elections.

Question 6

Who provides legal advice and represents clients in court?

Accepted Answer

Solicitors and barristers

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Police.

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Judges.

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Members of Parliament.

Question 7

What is the highest court in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Supreme Court

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Court of Appeal.

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High Court.

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Magistrates' Court.

Question 8

What rights do individuals have when arrested?

Accepted Answer

The right to know the reason and consult a lawyer

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No rights.

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The right to avoid court.

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The right to decide the outcome.

Question 9

What is the purpose of a magistrates' court?

Accepted Answer

To handle minor offenses and preliminary cases

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To oversee national elections.

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To pass new legislation.

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To resolve international disputes.