Chapter 2 Self-test questions

. 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.

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

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

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

. 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.

True

False

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

True

False

. 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.

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

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

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

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

True

False

. 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 High Court.

The Crown Court.

Magistrates' courts.

Supreme Court

. 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'.

Royal Commissions.

The Ministry of Justice.

The Law Commission.

The courts.