SAPOL Law and Legal Knowledge 3

Question 1

What does the term 'indictable offence' refer to in South Australian criminal law?

Accepted Answer

A serious offence that may be tried before a judge and jury

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A minor traffic infringement

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An offence involving a written complaint only

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An offence committed against a public official

Question 2

Under the Summary Offences Act 1953 (SA), what type of behaviour can constitute disorderly conduct?

Accepted Answer

Behaving in a riotous, threatening, or indecent manner in a public place

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Jaywalking across a quiet road

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Parking illegally in a designated zone

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Speeding in a school zone

Question 3

What is the principle of 'double jeopardy' in Australian law?

Accepted Answer

Being tried twice for the same offence after an acquittal

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Being charged with two offences at the same time

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Giving evidence that incriminates yourself

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Being sentenced twice for a single act

Question 4

What does 'caution' mean when given to a suspect by a SAPOL officer?

Accepted Answer

An advisory statement that the person has the right to silence and that anything said may be used in evidence

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A warning about physical danger at the scene

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A formal charge document

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An order to leave a public place

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a 'strict liability' offence in South Australian law?

Accepted Answer

Speeding detected by a fixed camera

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Murder

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Aggravated assault

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Conspiracy to defraud

Question 6

What is the key function of the Coroner's Court in South Australia?

Accepted Answer

To investigate the causes and circumstances of reportable deaths

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To sentence serious criminal offenders

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To hear appeals from the Magistrates Court

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To manage custody of remand prisoners