Lay People

• How much time do you have to be able to commit to?

  26 half days
• List 3 of the Judicial Characteristics.


  Trustworthy, good character, reliable
• Which Act sets out the Basic Qualifications of a Jury?


  Juries Act 1974
• What is a deferral?


  someone excused from jury service.
• list 3 advantages of using juries.


  Ensures public confidence

  jury equity

  open system of justice
• List 3 disadvantages of using juries.


  Secrecy

  expensive

  jury tampering
• What are the 3 basic Qualifications to become a jury member?


  aged between 18 and 75. On the electoral register and a resident in the UK for 5 years since 13
• How old do you have to be to apply to become a magistrate?


  18-74