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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. correct incorrect

Acts of Parliament always come into force on the date of the Royal Assent. correct incorrect

Acts of Parliament always come into force on a date specified by the minister responsible for the passage of the Act. correct incorrect

Acts of Parliament come into force on the date of the Royal Assent, unless another commencement date is expressly stated. correct incorrect

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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.

True correct incorrect

False correct incorrect

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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.

True correct incorrect

False correct incorrect

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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. correct incorrect

The standard of proof applicable is that of the balance of probabilities. correct incorrect

Following a civil trial a defendant may be found to be liable. correct incorrect

The standard of proof applicable is that of beyond reasonable doubt. correct incorrect

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. In criminal proceedings an indictable offence must be tried before the Crown Court.

True correct incorrect

False correct incorrect

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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.

Your response

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. Which of the courts below exercise appellate jurisdiction? Please select all that apply.

The High Court. correct incorrect

The Crown Court. correct incorrect

Magistrates' courts. correct incorrect

Supreme Court correct incorrect

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. The decision to prosecute in criminal cases investigated by the police is taken by the _____ ___________ _______.

Your response

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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. correct incorrect

The Ministry of Justice. correct incorrect

The Law Commission. correct incorrect

The courts. correct incorrect