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What is the primary reason for courtroom etiquette?
What is the primary reason for courtroom etiquette?
- To maintain decorum and respect in court (correct)
- To confuse the opposing counsel
- To enhance personal style
- To establish a hierarchy among lawyers
What type of attire should solicitors wear in court?
What type of attire should solicitors wear in court?
- Casual wear with bright colors
- Formal dark suit and modest jewellery (correct)
- Traditional ethnic attire
- Sportswear or informal shoes
What should advocates wear in court aside from a suit?
What should advocates wear in court aside from a suit?
- A military uniform
- A traditional robe and wig
- A gown, collar, and bands (correct)
- A casual t-shirt
What is the consequence of using a mobile phone in court?
What is the consequence of using a mobile phone in court?
How should a person enter or leave the courtroom in relation to the judge?
How should a person enter or leave the courtroom in relation to the judge?
Which accessory is not worn by solicitor advocates in court?
Which accessory is not worn by solicitor advocates in court?
What is an example of informal courtroom etiquette?
What is an example of informal courtroom etiquette?
Which of the following is true about electronic devices in court?
Which of the following is true about electronic devices in court?
When must a party make the application for leave to appeal after a judgment or order?
When must a party make the application for leave to appeal after a judgment or order?
From what date does the time to appeal actually start running?
From what date does the time to appeal actually start running?
What must a party do if they need more time to appeal?
What must a party do if they need more time to appeal?
How is the appellant's application considered by the court?
How is the appellant's application considered by the court?
What happens if the application for leave to appeal is granted?
What happens if the application for leave to appeal is granted?
What is required before appealing from a decision in the High Court or County Court?
What is required before appealing from a decision in the High Court or County Court?
Which of the following is NOT a ground for appeal?
Which of the following is NOT a ground for appeal?
When can an application for permission to appeal be made?
When can an application for permission to appeal be made?
A decision can be considered wrong in law if:
A decision can be considered wrong in law if:
What does it mean for a decision to be wrong in fact?
What does it mean for a decision to be wrong in fact?
Which statement about the grounds for appeal is true?
Which statement about the grounds for appeal is true?
What must an appellant demonstrate when seeking permission to appeal?
What must an appellant demonstrate when seeking permission to appeal?
Which of the following could constitute serious procedural irregularity?
Which of the following could constitute serious procedural irregularity?
What is the typical consideration when determining costs after a judgment is handed down?
What is the typical consideration when determining costs after a judgment is handed down?
What can a party do if they are ordered to pay compensation?
What can a party do if they are ordered to pay compensation?
What is meant by a 'stay of execution' in the context of a judgment?
What is meant by a 'stay of execution' in the context of a judgment?
What must a losing party do to appeal a judgment?
What must a losing party do to appeal a judgment?
Which of the following is typically examined in SQE regarding trials?
Which of the following is typically examined in SQE regarding trials?
Which statement about costs following a judgment is accurate?
Which statement about costs following a judgment is accurate?
What may happen after a party requests a stay of execution?
What may happen after a party requests a stay of execution?
What could indicate when the normal rules of costs will not be applied after a judgment?
What could indicate when the normal rules of costs will not be applied after a judgment?
What is the primary requirement regarding permission in the appeals process?
What is the primary requirement regarding permission in the appeals process?
What does the term 'limited bases for appeals' refer to?
What does the term 'limited bases for appeals' refer to?
What is an important consideration regarding the type of judge in the appeals process?
What is an important consideration regarding the type of judge in the appeals process?
What type of evidence is generally allowed on appeal?
What type of evidence is generally allowed on appeal?
Which of the following statements about the appeals process is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about the appeals process is incorrect?
Which aspect is NOT fundamental to the appeals process?
Which aspect is NOT fundamental to the appeals process?
What document might be required when seeking permission for an appeal?
What document might be required when seeking permission for an appeal?
In which circumstance is an appeal least likely to be granted?
In which circumstance is an appeal least likely to be granted?
Study Notes
Courtroom Etiquette
- Solicitors should wear a formal dark suit, formal shoes modest jewellery.
- Solicitors advocates wear a gown, collar and bands, but not a wig.
- Electronic devices should be switched off.
- Using a mobile phone in court is an offense, punishable by contempt of court.
- It is considered good decorum to bow to the judge when entering or leaving the courtroom.
Post Judgement
- Submissions regarding costs should be made when judgment is handed down.
- A party ordered to pay compensation can make a request for time to pay.
- A losing party intending to appeal a decision may request a stay of execution of the judgment order.
- Permission to appeal should be sought from the relevant court.
Grounds for Appeal
- There are only two grounds for appealing a decision of a lower court:
- The decision of the lower court was wrong in fact or law;
- The decision of the lower court is unjust because of serious procedural irregularity.
- An incorrect recording of evidence in the judgment is considered to be wrong in fact.
- An incorrect application of the law is considered to be wrong in law, for example, misunderstanding the law or applying it incorrectly.
Time Limits for Appeal
- The application for permission to appeal must be made within 21 days of the judgment or order.
- The time runs from the date the judgment is handed down, not from the date of the order.
- An extension of time can be sought from the judge.
Permission to Appeal
- Permission is required to appeal decisions in the County Court or High Court.
- Permission can be requested orally immediately after the judgment is given.
- A formal application for leave to appeal can be made.
- The court normally considers the application without a hearing.
Evidence Allowed
- Evidence allowed in the appeal will depend on whether it is a fact or law appeal.
- Evidence relating to errors of law should be submitted.
- Evidence relating to errors of fact will generally not be considered.
- New evidence can be introduced if it was not available at the original trial.
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This quiz covers essential courtroom etiquette, including the dress code for solicitors and the proper conduct during proceedings. Additionally, it addresses post-judgment procedures and the grounds for appealing a court decision. Test your knowledge on these critical legal practices.
