The Jury (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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How many jurors make up a civil jury in the County Court and Supreme Court?
How many jurors make up a civil jury in the County Court and Supreme Court?
Six jurors
What standard of proof do civil juries use to determine liability?
What standard of proof do civil juries use to determine liability?
Balance of probabilities
In which court is a jury option NOT available for civil trials?
In which court is a jury option NOT available for civil trials?
Magistrates' Court
Which category includes people sentenced to imprisonment for three years or more?
Which category includes people sentenced to imprisonment for three years or more?
Disqualified persons
How many peremptory challenges is each party allowed in jury selection?
How many peremptory challenges is each party allowed in jury selection?
Two challenges per party
What is the minimum number of jurors needed to reach a majority verdict in civil trials?
What is the minimum number of jurors needed to reach a majority verdict in civil trials?
Five out of six jurors
Who decides the amount of damages awarded in defamation cases?
Who decides the amount of damages awarded in defamation cases?
The judge decides damages
Why are civil jury trials rare in practice?
Why are civil jury trials rare in practice?
Fees and complex evidence issues
What are jurors prohibited from doing during a civil trial?
What are jurors prohibited from doing during a civil trial?
Conducting internet searches about case
What is a key weakness of the civil jury system?
What is a key weakness of the civil jury system?
Juries don't give reasons for decisions