Legal Studies HSC Revision

In sentencing a young offender, the magistrate focuses on the importance of rehabilitation.

What is the magistrate’s purpose in this matter?

• To penalise the offender

• To reduce criminal activity

• To give the offender the opportunity to reform

• To provide the community with a sense of justice

Mary is arrested for terrorism offences. A magistrate decides not to release her while she is awaiting trial.

This decision means that Mary is

• on bail.

• granted parole

• held on remand.

• given probation.

Which of the following people will most likely be granted Legal Aid in NSW?

• A minor

• A person that pleads guilty

• A person who commits a traffic offence

• A person who has a dispute with their neighbour

Which court only has original jurisdiction to hear criminal matters?

• Local

• District

• Supreme

• High

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights is an example of which of the following?

• A statute

• A treaty

• Common law

• Customary law

Which of the following is an example of an intergovernmental organisation?

• Red Cross

• Federal Government

• Commonwealth of Nations

• NSW Anti-Discrimination Board

What is self-determination?

• The right to vote

• The right to decide on one’s welfare

• The right to of self-autonomy to all citizens

• The right of a group to make decisions for themselves

Selling alcohol to a person under the age of 18 is best described as which of the following?

• Preliminary offence

• Strict liability offence

• Crime against the person

• Absolute liability offence

During sentencing, the judge refers to judicial guidelines to help determine the appropriate sentence.

Which source of law has the judge used?

• Statute Law

• Common Law

• Customary Law

• International Law

Which of the following are characteristics of the adversary system?

• Independent judge and codified law for all cases

• Common law and an inquisitorial role by judge

• Common law and judicial investigation

• Independent judge and common law