LS U3 AoS 2 - Comparison of roles

What is the role of judges and magistrates in the court system?

• To act as the defense lawyer

• To act as the independent umpire of the court and remain impartial

• To prosecute criminal cases

• To witness and record court proceedings

In both criminal and civil cases, what is the responsibility of judges and magistrates regarding court procedures?

• To ignore the rules of evidence

• To ensure correct procedures are followed and apply the rules of evidence

• To make the final verdict in all cases

• To provide legal advice to the defendants

What must a judge do if there is a jury present in criminal and civil cases?

• The judge must ignore the jury

• The judge must select the jury members

• The judge must instruct jurors and give them directions

• The judge must discuss the case details with the jury outside the courtroom

Which of the following statements is true about the role of judges and magistrates in criminal cases?

• Judges and magistrates are involved in pre-trial case management such as ordering mediation or discovery.

• Judges and magistrates do not have a role in pre-trial case management such as ordering parties to mediation

• Only magistrates are involved in pre-trial case management, not judges.

• Only judges are involved in pre-trial case management, not magistrates.

In civil cases, who is involved in pre-trial procedures?

• Neither judges nor magistrates are involved.

• Only judges are involved.

• Both judges and magistrates are involved.

• Only magistrates are involved.

Who determines the guilt of an accused in a criminal case in the Magistrates' Court?

• The jury

• The judge

• The magistrate

• The prosecutor

In a civil case, what is the role of a judge or magistrate when a defendant is found liable?

• They impose a sanction.

• They determine the guilt of the accused.

• They award damages, order an injunction, or make other orders as a remedy.

• They order mediation or discovery.

What is the primary role of juries in both criminal and civil cases?

• To provide legal advice to the judge

• To serve as witnesses in the trial

• To remain impartial and make a decision based on the evidence presented

• To enforce the law directly

In a criminal case, what is the jury's responsibility regarding the accused's guilt?

• To prove the guilt of the accused

• To determine the verdict

• To sentence the accused

• To investigate the crime

What standard must be met to determine guilt in a criminal case?

• Beyond a reasonable doubt

• Preponderance of the evidence

• Clear and convincing evidence

• Balance of probabilities