WorksheetsPIL0014 Tutorial 4
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
A First Class Magistrate has the authority to try all offences and pass sentences other than offences punishable by death.
True
False
In January 2017, Tan Sri Pudding paid a deposit of RM15,000 to Mrs. Baklava for a set of custom made furniture. However, Mrs. Baklava refused to execute the contract. Tan Sri Pudding may initiate his action to reinstate the deposit given in High Court.
True
False
Mr. Curry Puff entered into an agreement with Dato' Crepes for ten dozens of oranges for CNY celebration. Two weeks before the celebration, Dato' Crepes delivered five dozens of rotten oranges and failed to deliver the rest. Mr. Curry Puff wants to sue Dato' Crepes to recover his loss amounting to RM6,200. Which of the following court has the appropriate jurisdiction to try the matter?
Second Class Magistrate
First Class Magistrate
Sessions Court
Small Claims Court
Juarez lost his claim against Jake in Sessions Court, Kota Bharu. Dissatisfied with the decision by the Sessions Court judge, Juarez through his lawyers filed an appeal at the Court of Appeal.
True
False
The Federal Court is the only court that can decide on issues relating to the Federal Constitution.
True
False
If a court has the power to review and/or overturn the decisions of another court, it has appellant jurisdiction.
True
False
Timothy and Joseline are divorced couple and they are trying to get the custody of their son, Adam. Which court should they file their legal suit and under which law?
Federal Court under Property Law
Court of Appeal under Family Law
High Court under Family Law
High Court under Property Law
The decisions of the Court of Appeal bind the following courts, EXCEPT:
The Federal Court
The Session Court
The High Court
The Magistrate Court
In appellate jurisdiction of Syariah High Court, the court may hear any appeal by an aggrieved person in any civil cases stated below, EXCEPT:
the amount claimed is more than RM1K
involving any decision as to personal status
cases relating to maintenance of dependents
handle criminal suits for offence punishable by death
What is the jurisdiction of Court of Appeal?
Determine any appeals arising from the decisions of a High Court
Determine the validity of any law of Parliament or State Legislative Assemblies
Make decisions on disputes between state and federal government
Hear any appeals from the Federal Court
Mr. Blueberry wants to sue for RM1,500,000 for breach of contract. Which of the following court is appropriate for him to initiate his action?
Sessions Court
Court for Children
High Court
Federal Court
Ali can take an action under original jurisdiction in High Court to file for an appeal amounting to RM 2,400,000.
True
False
The supervisory jurisdiction of Session Court towards Magistrate Court is not limited. The former may give necessary orders to the latter if the decisions is improper or illegal.
True
False
Mr. Dunkin Donut wants to sue for recovery of debts amounting to RM25,000. He may initiate his action in _____________.
Magistrate Court
Small Claims Court
Court for Children
Industrial Court
Based on civil jurisdiction, a Session Court judge may decide on any criminal offence as long as it is not punishable with death penalty.
True
False
