Description
In this unit, you’ll gain detailed knowledge into the key aspects of criminal litigation and criminal litigation procedure in Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court from arrest to trial.
You’ll be able to demonstrate the principles of professional conduct in criminal litigation, through learning key skills and being able to interpret legal language.
The aim of the unit is to provide the learner with detailed knowledge of key aspects of criminal litigation. The learner will understand the criminal litigation procedure in the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court from arrest to trial.
In addition the learner will know the funding mechanisms available for criminal litigation matters. The learner will also understand the professional conduct requirements when dealing with criminal litigation, and the role of a Paralegal in this area of law.
The skills developed by the learner include: the ability to identify and use factual, procedural and theoretical understanding to complete tasks and address well-defined but complex or non-routine issues; time management to include taking responsibility for initiating and completing tasks; the ability to exercise autonomy and judgement within a given scenario; the ability to use and interpret legal language.
This is a course for learners commencing or aspiring to commence a career in Paralegal Practice and those who work in a legal environment
Learning Outcomes
Understand police powers in the investigation and detection of crime
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of professional conduct in criminal litigation
Know in detail the classification of criminal offences and the criminal procedure that flows from each
Identify and describe the functions and jurisdiction of the Magistrates’ Court and the Crown Court
Thoroughly understand the mode of trial proceedings
Understand the pre-trial function and procedures for the disclosure of evidence
Understand the scope of funding for criminal matters
Understand the sentencing process
