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The Australian Magistrates Court primarily hears summary offenses, which are less serious criminal matters, as well as some indictable offenses that can be dealt with summarily. It also handles civil cases involving smaller claims, typically under a certain monetary threshold, family law matters, and various administrative issues. Additionally, it conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases to determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to a higher court.
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Most criminal cases are heard in what type of court?
It depends on what the various states call their mid-level state court system. "Circuit Court" - Superior Court" - "District Court."
Why do they have different types of courts?
Because the different courts deal with different types of cases, and hand down different punishments. for example a case of drunk & disorderly would be heard in Magistrates court, as it's seen as a 'minor' offence, but someone charged with murder would be tried in crown court - often with a jury present. Cases are often heard first in a Magistrates court, to assess the severity of the charges, and possible sentence. Magistrates are restricted to the length of sentence they can impose.
What are committal proceedings?
When a case is heard in the Magistrates Court to see if it will stand up, and have enough evidence in a higher court
What does triable either way mean?
it means it can be heard either in magistrates or crown court
What is the place within a jurisdiction where a case is heard?
A court is the place within a jurisdiction where a case is heard. It is a formal tribunal with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes and administer justice. Courts typically consist of judges or magistrates who preside over cases and make decisions based on the law.
What court decides if cases heard by lower courts were tried appropriately?
The appellate court with jurisdiction over cases heard in the relevant trial court.
How many cases has the US Supreme Court heard in its history?
The US Supreme Court has heard more than 30,000 cases since its inception in 1789 (no cases were heard for the first few years).
Federal government's legal cases are heard in what court?
the Federal Court.
How do the vast majority of cases heard by the Supreme Court reach the court?
It will decide that the cases do not need to be heard. The Supreme Court only takes the cases that relate to the Constitution.
What is the list of cases to be heard by a court called?
Docket.
Cases being appealed will be heard in?
Appellate court.
How does jurisdiction impact cases to be heard in a court?
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