Court hierarchy

Samantha’s civil dispute was heard in the Magistrates’ Court, and she was found liable for $60 000. She does not agree with the magistrate’s decision.  How does the Court hierarchy help Samantha?

• Administrative convenience

• Appeals

• Specialisation

• Precedent

Hanna has been charged with tax fraud. She is concerned about getting a judge that knows what she or he is doing.  How does the Court hierarchy help Hanna?

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

• Specialisation

• Appeals

What is the original jurisdiction of the High Court?

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Anil is suing Jessica for $20 000. He knows it’s a small claim and doesn’t want to wait for years to have his case heard.  How does the Court hierarchy help Anil?

• Appeals

• Specialisation

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

The ________ Court is the only Court that does not have appellate jurisdiction.

Identify two reasons someone might want to appeal their case.

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Harriet is suing her employer. She has been told by her lawyers that her case is strong because of a similar case that was decided last year. How does the Court hierarchy help Harriet?

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

• Appeals

• Specialisation

Which Court is not part of the Victorian Court heirarchy?

• The County Court

• The Federal Court

• The Children's Court

• The Supreme Court