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Criminal Law and Practice
First Hearings and Representation
Quiz · 20 questions
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Which of the following statements best describes summary offences?
A
Summary offences are minor offences that can be tried in either the magistrates' court or the Crown Court.
B
Summary offences are medium-level offences where the defendant may elect trial in the Crown Court.
C
Summary offences are the most serious offences and must be tried in the Crown Court before a judge and jury.
D
Summary offences can only be tried in the Crown Court and always carry a maximum sentence of six months' imprisonment.
E
Summary offences are minor offences that can only be tried in the magistrates' court, with no right to a jury trial.
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