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Chapter 2 Self-test questions
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When do Acts of Parliament come into force?
Acts of Parliament always come into force at the beginning of the day on which Royal assent is given.
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Acts of Parliament always come into force on the date of the Royal Assent.
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Acts of Parliament always come into force on a date specified by the minister responsible for the passage of the Act.
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Acts of Parliament come into force on the date of the Royal Assent, unless another commencement date is expressly stated.
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When a new principle of law is established by the judges in a case, the operation of the principle is both ____________ and prospective, in the sense of applying to the future.
Your response
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A consolidating Act brings together all statutory provisions and case law on a particular subject area.
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False
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In criminal trials if the burden of proof is placed on a defendant, the standard of proof is that of beyond reasonable doubt.
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False
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Which of the following statements concern civil proceedings? Please select all that apply.
The burden of proof generally falls on a claimant in civil proceedings.
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The standard of proof applicable is that of the balance of probabilities.
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Following a civil trial a defendant may be found to be liable.
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The standard of proof applicable is that of beyond reasonable doubt.
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In criminal proceedings an indictable offence must be tried before the Crown Court.
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False
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In the civil process the two courts of trial in relation to contract and tort actions are the County Court and the ____ Court.
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Which of the courts below exercise appellate jurisdiction? Please select all that apply.
The High Court.
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The Crown Court.
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Magistrates' courts.
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Supreme Court
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The decision to prosecute in criminal cases investigated by the police is taken by the _____ ___________ _______.
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Identify the main permanent body established to keep the law under review with 'a view to its systematic development and reform'.
Royal Commissions.
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The Ministry of Justice.
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The Law Commission.
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The courts.
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