Criminology A.C.1.2 Understanding the Criminal Justice System

What is the highest court in the court system of England and Wales?

• Court of Appeal

• Supreme Court

• Crown Court

• Magistrates' Court

Which court primarily deals with serious criminal cases in England and Wales?

• Magistrates' Court

• Crown Court

• County Court

• Family Court

• Supreme Court

What is the primary role of the police in the criminal justice system?

• To prosecute offenders

• To enforce the law and maintain public order

• To provide legal representation

• To sentence convicted individuals

• To lock-up offenders

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)?

• Advising the police on cases for possible prosecution

• Conducting criminal prosecutions

• Defending accused individuals in court

• Reviewing cases submitted by the police

• Sentencing criminals to prison

What are the main functions of the National Probation Service?

• To manage offenders in the community

• To provide legal aid to defendants

• To oversee prison operations

• To conduct criminal investigations

• provide advice to courts on sentencing

Which court handles minor criminal offences and preliminary hearings in England and Wales?

• Crown Court

• Magistrates' Court

• High Court

• Supreme Court

What is the primary purpose of the prison system in England and Wales?

• To rehabilitate offenders

• To provide legal education

• To offer community service opportunities

• To conduct criminal trials

Who is responsible for deciding whether a case should go to trial in the Crown Court?

• The police

• The judge

• The Crown Prosecution Service

• The jury

• The public

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the police during a criminal investigation?

• Sentencing the accused

• Gathering evidence

• Providing legal defence

• Conducting trials

What is the role of the Crown Prosecution Service in the criminal justice system?

• To enforce laws

• To prosecute criminal cases

• To manage prisons

• To provide probation services