(精品)英国国家概况-Jury&Barrister.ppt

Jury&BarristerJury&BarristerThe court of England LOOK!LISTEN!LOOK!LISTEN!1.JuryThe word jury derives from French jur.Definition:A jury is a group of people make a common-sense decision based on faces regarding either to punish or acquit.Every local or parliamentary elector between the age of 18and 65 who has been resident in the UK for at least 5years since the age of 13 without disqualification and not mentally disordered,can serve on a Jury.How many people are there in a jury?1.()in England2.()in Wales3.()in Northern Ireland4.()in Scotland12 12 in England,Wales,and Northern Ireland.in England,Wales,and Northern Ireland.15 15 in Scotland.in Scotland.Jurys right Jurys right is to stop the trial Once all the prosecution evidence has been given,the jury may at any time,of its own motion,decide to acquit the defendant.Few juries will realize that they have this power unless advised by the judge.Advantages of a jury system:As there are many persons from different backgrounds,any individual prejudices are likely to cancel out.Discussions among juries are likely to lead to more thorough consideration of all aspects of the case.It is more difficult to corrupt 12 jurors though than one(or three)judge(s).Disadvantages of a jury system:The jury members are not knowledgeable about the law and are unfamiliar with court procedure,decisions might be based on emotions rather than rational arguing.Since the decision by jury is a group decision,individual members of the jury may not feel that responsible about their duties and therefore neglect it.Group pressure might be influential on the decision.A jury system is very costly.What are our jobs?We are Barrister BarristerDefinition:A Barrister is a member of the legal professions.It is also called advocate in Scotland.Characteristics:Barrister with long and distinguished careers may be appointed to be the Queens Counsel and they are the most expensive legal advisors and generally act only for the rich and the crown.To give specialized legal advice To act as advocates in the courtsDifferences between barristers and solicitors:Barristers:Have a university degreePass professional examinationsBe a member of an Inn of Court A 1 year traineeThey speak in court and present the case before a judge or jury.They are rarely hired by clients directly but instead are retained by solicitors to act on behalf of clients.Differences between barristers and solicitors:Solicitors:Have a university degreePass professional examinations organized by the Law SocietyA self-regulating professional bodyA 2 years traineeThey generally engage in preparatory work and advice,such as drafting and reviewing legal documents,dealing with and receiving instructions from the client,preparing evidence,and managing the day-to-day administration of a matter.They can provide a crucial support role to a barrister when in court,They manage large volumes of documents in the case or even negotiating settlements outside the courtroom while the trial continues inside.Summary：1.Jury (1).Definition (2).Size (3).Functions (4).Advantages and Disadvantages 2.Barrister (1).Definition (2).Characteristics (3).Differences between barristers and solicitors