Juries are groups of 12 citizens, randomly selected from the electorate, who hear a case in a court located in their area, who jointly determine the verdict of the case. Typically a unanimous verdict should be reached.
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A witness
Vital to the police, the CPS, etc. Able to contribute to the process of justice.
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A victim of crime
Has the right to be notified about progress of your case
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A magistrate
Citizens who volunteer to administer justice in their local Magistrates' Court. Usually 3 hear a case.
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A special constable
A trained volunteer who supports and works with the local police
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A police commissioner
A politically-aligned candidate who meets with the public to listen to their views on policing, produces a police & crime plan, decides on how the budget should be spent, etc.
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A member of a tribunal hearing
Tribunals deal with specific complaints, the most well known is the Employment Tribunal.
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A member of a Neighbourhood Watch scheme
People living in an area form a committee and work with their local police force, and are encouraged to report concerns to the police, who feed back on crime rates.
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Card 2
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Vital to the police, the CPS, etc. Able to contribute to the process of justice.
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A witness
Card 3
Front
Has the right to be notified about progress of your case
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Card 4
Front
Citizens who volunteer to administer justice in their local Magistrates' Court. Usually 3 hear a case.
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Card 5
Front
A trained volunteer who supports and works with the local police
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