courts that deal with individuals who have been accused of breaking the law

the branch of the state responsible for enforcing the law. It is composed of judges and other legal officials

legal specialists employed by solicitors who handle case preparation

a legal professional who gives advice, prepares cases, and represents clients in magistrates’ courts

presents cases in crown court and higher courts, representing defendants or the state

Which legal professionals support our rights in criminal courts?

Citizenship

This unit builds pupils knowledge and understanding of the law and the legal system including: criminal and civil justice; the judicial process and role of citizens in justice; legal rights, sanctions; and how well prison works.

Does our legal system protect citizens' rights?

Grooming, exploitation, coercion, harassment, rape.

Depiction or discussion of sexual violence

Depiction or discussion of sexual or domestic abuse or violence, including  threats of or the aftermath of.

In which order would a defendant communicate with these legal professionals?

The branch of the state responsible for enforcing the law, composed of judges and other legal officials is the what?

Arresting citizens who have broke the law.

Which is **not** an example of how judges work to ensure citizens' legal rights are met?

In a crown court, who decides if the defendant is guilty or not guilty?

Who support solicitors and barristers by preparing legal cases?

If a suspect cannot afford a solicitor, or does not have their own solicitor, they can be provided with what?

The legal authority given to police to maintain order, prevent crime and protect the public are known as what?

The verb to make sure laws or rules are followed is what?

Police officers follow a code of practice which promotes what type of policing?

Match the start of the police role/responsibility to the correct end

What is the legal document the police will use to gain access to a property?

If a citizen is arrested, they have the right to remain what?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sexual violence

Depiction or discussion of serious crime

Adult supervision required

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