Caribbean Court of Justice Overview

The video discusses the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) as a regional judicial body established to replace the Privy Council as the final court of appeal for some Caribbean countries. It highlights the economic integration within CARICOM, facilitated by the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME), and the role of the CCJ in resolving disputes arising from this integration. The video also explains the roles of key legal officials like the Attorney General, Chief Justice, and Director of Public Prosecutions, and outlines the structure of the Caribbean court system.

What was the main reason for establishing the Caribbean Court of Justice?

• To create a new economic union

• To establish a new political alliance

• To replace the Privy Council as the final Court of Appeal

• To promote tourism in the Caribbean

What does the symbol of the Caribbean Court of Justice include?

• A map of the Caribbean

• A palm tree and a sun

• A circle within another circle with scales of justice

• A ship and an anchor

Why was the CCJ important for the Caribbean Single Market and Economy?

• It established a common currency

• It promoted cultural exchanges

• It provided financial aid to member countries

• It resolved disputes arising from economic integration

Which countries have adopted the CCJ as their final Court of Appeal?

• Suriname, St. Kitts, Nevis, and Montserrat

• Barbados, Belize, Dominica, and Guyana

• Jamaica, Trinidad, Haiti, and Cuba

• Bahamas, St. Lucia, Grenada, and Antigua

What is the role of the Attorney General in the Caribbean legal system?

• To prosecute criminal cases

• To represent the public in civil cases

• To preside over the Court of Appeal

• To advise the government on legal matters

Who presides over the Court of Appeal?

• The Prime Minister

• The Director of Public Prosecution

• The Attorney General

• The Chief Justice

What is the responsibility of the Director of Public Prosecution?

• To guide the police on serious criminal cases

• To manage the country's finances

• To oversee civil court proceedings

• To lead the legislative assembly

Which court handles petty civil offenses in the Caribbean?

• The Magistrate's Court

• The Court of Appeal

• The Privy Council

• The High Court

What happens if a party disagrees with the decision of the Court of Appeal?

• They can request a review by the Judicial Committee

• They must accept the decision

• They can take the case to the local government

• They can appeal directly to the High Court

Which court is the final Court of Appeal for countries that have not adopted the CCJ?

• The Magistrate's Court

• The Privy Council

• The High Court

• The Industrial Court