Legal Practitioners (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What are legal practitioners in criminal matters?
What are legal practitioners in criminal matters?
Qualified lawyers including solicitors
What is the Law Council of Australia?
What is the Law Council of Australia?
Peak national body of legal profession
Why do accused persons often lack objectivity when self-represented?
Why do accused persons often lack objectivity when self-represented?
They are too emotional & personally invested
What are plea negotiations in criminal cases?
What are plea negotiations in criminal cases?
Pre-trial talks to resolve charges agreed
What did the Supreme Court order in Matsoukatidou v Yarra Ranges Council?
What did the Supreme Court order in Matsoukatidou v Yarra Ranges Council?
Case reinstated before different judge
What must be proven under s197 Criminal Procedure Act for court-ordered legal representation?
What must be proven under s197 Criminal Procedure Act for court-ordered legal representation?
No fair trial without it & can't afford
What does the Dietrich principle require courts to do?
What does the Dietrich principle require courts to do?
Stay trial to allow accused get lawyer
Who has the burden of proof to show they cannot afford legal representation?
Who has the burden of proof to show they cannot afford legal representation?
The accused person
What is a key strength of legal practitioners in criminal cases?
What is a key strength of legal practitioners in criminal cases?
Expert navigation of justice system
What is the 'representation gap' in the criminal justice system?
What is the 'representation gap' in the criminal justice system?
Can't afford lawyer & don't get legal aid