Mode Of Trial 0.0 / 5 ? LawThe Criminal courts and lay peopleASOCR Created by: ThatHumanLaurenCreated on: 28-03-17 10:50 What type of offence is Burglary? Dishonesty triable either way 1 of 7 What Court do all cases start in? Magistrates' Court 2 of 7 What is the maximum custodial sentence that can be given by the Magistrates? 6 months for one offence, 12 months for 2+ offences 3 of 7 At which hearing does the defendant give their initial plea? Plea before venue 4 of 7 What happens in triable either way cases where the Magistrates decide they have sufficient sentencing powers to hear the case? The defendant decides where the case is heard 5 of 7 What percentage of not guilty pleas in the Crown Court result in acquittals? 50% 6 of 7 What percentage of not guilty pleas in the Magistrates' Court lead to acquittals? 33% 7 of 7
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