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Legal system of United Kingdom

United Kingdom
  • Introduction

  • The Crown
  • LawLaw Positive command of sovereign or divine. One can be ruled either by a Statute, a Statue, or a Statement. Legislation is the rule-making process by a political or religious organisation. Physics governs natural law. Logical thinking is a sign of a healthy brain function. Dharma is eternal for Sanatanis. Making Procedure
  • Common LawCommon law The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on court decisions rather than statutes passed by the legislature.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • police and Criminal Laws
    • Difference Between Civil and Criminal Law
    • English Law
    • The Rule of Law
    • What are Precedents
    • The Doctrine of Precedent
    • The Crown Prosecution Service
    • British Constitution without having it
    • Classification of Powers of Appointment
    • Rising Prison Population
  • Courts

    • Magistrates Courts
    • High Court
    • Supreme Court
    • Moving to Crown Court
    • Court of Protection
    • Contempt of CourtContempt of Court Failure to obey a court order.  A disregard of, or disobedience to, the rules or orders of a judicial body or an interruption of its proceedings by disorderly behavior or insolent language. Civil Contempt:  Noncompliance with a court order or rule that affects another person; punishment is administered to compel compliance.
    • Director of Public Prosecutions
    • Legal Services Act 2007
    • Statutory Interpretation
  • Juries

    • Right to Trial by Jury
    • Jury Qualifications and Disqualifications
    • When are Juries Used
    • Jury Selection Process
    • Jury Service
    • Lay Magistrates Juries
  • Solicitors

    • Solicitors
    • Alternative Roles for Solicitors
    • Solicitors Code of Conduct
    • Complaints About Solicitors
    • Private Information Given to Solicitor
    • Public Funding
  • Barristers

    • Barristers
    • Barristers Code of Conduct
    • Complaints About Barristers
    •  Pro Bono cases
  • Law as a Careers

    • How to Become a Solicitor
    • Becoming a Solicitor Without a Degree
    • GDL Law Conversion Courses
    • Notary Public
    • Law Firms
  • National security and interests of the state