Court hierarchy

Samantha’s civil dispute was heard in the Magistrates’ Court, and she was found liable for $60 000. She does not agree with the magistrate’s decision.  How does the Court hierarchy help Samantha?

• Administrative convenience

• Appeals

• Specialisation

• Precedent

Hanna has been charged with tax fraud. She is concerned about getting a judge that knows what she or he is doing.  How does the Court hierarchy help Hanna?

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

• Specialisation

• Appeals

What is the original jurisdiction of the High Court?

Anil is suing Jessica for $20 000. He knows it’s a small claim and doesn’t want to wait for years to have his case heard.  How does the Court hierarchy help Anil?

• Appeals

• Specialisation

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

The (a)   Court is the only Court that does not have appellate jurisdiction.

Identify two reasons someone might want to appeal their case.

Harriet is suing her employer. She has been told by her lawyers that her case is strong because of a similar case that was decided last year. How does the Court hierarchy help Harriet?

• Precedent

• Administrative convenience

• Appeals

• Specialisation

Which Court is not part of the Victorian Court heirarchy?

• The County Court

• The Federal Court

• The Children's Court

• The Supreme Court