Guyana's Hierarchical Court System Quiz

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<p>The court system in Guyana consists of a three-tiered structure, with magistrates' courts having jurisdiction in lower level criminal cases and civil suits involving small claims, the High Court having general jurisdiction in both civil and criminal matters, and the Court of Appeal hearing appeals of High Court rulings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The judicial committee of the privy council, based in England, serves as the final apex court for most countries in the Caribbean, including Guyana, for the purpose of appeals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The court system in Guyana is organized into a three-tiered structure, which facilitates and enables the operation of judicial precedent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Criminal cases in Guyana are always trailed by a jury of twelve persons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some jurisdictions in the Caribbean, including some in the Caribbean, have discontinued appeals to the 'Privy Council' and have established alternative appellate courts.</p> Signup and view all the answers