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  1. Return to English Legal System 3e Student resources

Chapter 2 Self-test questions

. When do Acts of Parliament come into force?

. 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.

. A consolidating Act brings together all statutory provisions and case law on a particular subject area.

. In criminal trials if the burden of proof is placed on a defendant, the standard of proof is that of beyond reasonable doubt.

. Which of the following statements concern civil proceedings? Please select all that apply.

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

. In the civil process the two courts of trial in relation to contract and tort actions are the County Court and the ____ Court.

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

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

. Identify the main permanent body established to keep the law under review with 'a view to its systematic development and reform'.

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