The Criminal Courts

Cards (5)

  • What is an example of a summary offence?
    Common Assault / Drunk and Disorderly
  • What is an example of a Triable Either Way offence?
    Theft / Actual Bodily Harm (ABH)
  • Where are Indictable offences heard?
    In the Crown Court only
  • Where do all criminal cases start?
    In the Magistrates' Court
  • What percentage of cases are completed in the Magistrates' Court?
    Around 95% of all criminal cases