Dangerous Driving Case Study Quiz

What was the young man doing when he approached the roundabout?

• Listening to music

• Holding a mobile phone

• Eating a snack

• Talking to a passenger

What was the prosecution's main allegation against the young man?

• He was driving under the influence

• He ignored a stop sign

• He was driving without a license

• He was speeding excessively

What is one of the hardest tasks for a solicitor during a police interview?

• Scheduling court dates

• Preparing legal documents

• Getting instructions from the client

• Finding evidence

What is the cab rank principle?

• A method for selecting jurors

• A guideline for police conduct

• A principle that ensures fair representation

• A rule that solicitors must follow

Why is it important for everyone to have access to legal representation?

• To increase the number of lawyers

• To reduce legal costs

• To speed up the legal process

• To ensure fair trials

What must a prosecutor ensure if they see a problem in the case?

• Delay the trial

• Dismiss the case

• Inform the jury

• Hide the evidence

What does 'mens rea' refer to in common law offences?

• Physical evidence

• Evil mind or intent

• Witness testimony

• Legal representation

What is the main difference between common law offences and strict liability offences?

• Common law offences require mens rea

• Strict liability offences are more severe

• Common law offences are less common

• Strict liability offences always involve theft

What is the presumption in a criminal trial?

• Guilty without a trial

• Innocent without evidence

• Innocent until proven guilty

• Guilty until proven innocent

Which of the following is NOT an element of the crime of dangerous driving causing death?

• The accused was driving a motor vehicle

• The accused was driving dangerously

• The accused intended to cause harm

• The dangerous driving caused a death