Understanding Australia's Court System

What is the highest court in the Australian judicial system?

• Federal Circuit Court

• High Court of Australia

• State Supreme Court

• Family Court of Australia

Which court primarily deals with family law matters in Australia?

• Local Courts

• High Court of Australia

• Family Court of Australia

• State Supreme Courts

Which court handles less complex federal law matters and is known for its efficiency?

• Federal Circuit Court

• High Court of Australia

• State Supreme Courts

• Local Courts

Which of the following courts is responsible for serious criminal and civil cases at the state level?

• Local Courts

• State Supreme Courts

• Family Court of Australia

• Tribunals in Australia

Which type of court is typically the first point of contact for most legal matters in Australia?

• High Court of Australia

• State Supreme Courts

• Local Courts

• Federal Circuit Court

Which court has the authority to interpret the Constitution of Australia?

• Family Court of Australia

• High Court of Australia

• Federal Circuit Court

• Local Courts

Which of the following is NOT a function of the State Supreme Courts?

• Hearing appeals from lower courts

• Handling minor traffic offences

• Dealing with serious criminal cases

• Interpreting state laws

Which court was merged with the Family Court of Australia in 2021 to form the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia?

• High Court of Australia

• State Supreme Courts

• Federal Circuit Court

• Local Courts

What is the primary role of tribunals in Australia?

• To handle constitutional matters

• To resolve disputes in specialised areas

• To hear serious criminal cases

• To interpret federal laws

Which court would you approach for a small civil claim in Australia?

• High Court of Australia

• State Supreme Courts

• Local Courts

• Family Court of Australia