Court Hierarchy (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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How many jurisdictions does Australia's court system operate with?
How many jurisdictions does Australia's court system operate with?
Two overlapping jurisdictions
Which offences are handled by a magistrate alone without a jury in lower courts?
Which offences are handled by a magistrate alone without a jury in lower courts?
Summary offences
What is the civil jurisdiction monetary limit for the Local Court in NSW?
What is the civil jurisdiction monetary limit for the Local Court in NSW?
Up to $100,000
Which serious offences can the District Court NOT handle?
Which serious offences can the District Court NOT handle?
Murder, treason, and piracy
What does the Coroner's Court investigate?
What does the Coroner's Court investigate?
Unexplained deaths, fires, explosions
In NSW, what is the maximum age for the Children's Court to hear a case?
In NSW, what is the maximum age for the Children's Court to hear a case?
Under 21 if offence occurred under 18
What is the High Court's position in the Australian judicial system?
What is the High Court's position in the Australian judicial system?
Highest and final court of appeal
Does the Federal Circuit Court deal with criminal matters?
Does the Federal Circuit Court deal with criminal matters?
No, it does not deal with criminal matters
How are criminal cases heard in the Supreme Court?
How are criminal cases heard in the Supreme Court?
By a judge and jury
How many judges usually hear appeals in the Court of Appeal?
How many judges usually hear appeals in the Court of Appeal?
Three judges