UK Law & Rights
Questions covering criminal and civil law, the courts, police, human rights and citizens' responsibilities.
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Practice these questions →What does the UK offer to its residents and citizens?
✓ Freedom of speech
Which of the following is a freedom offered by the UK?
✓ Freedom of speech
Which of the following is a right that the UK offers to residents?
✓ A right to a fair trial
Which of the following is a right offered by the UK?
✓ A right to join in the election of a government
When was the Magna Carta signed?
✓ 1215
What did the Magna Carta establish?
✓ That the king must obey the law and could not imprison people without trial
When was the Bill of Rights passed?
✓ 1689
What is the role of the police in the UK?
✓ To protect life and property and prevent and detect crime
What is the Magna Carta's significance to British law?
✓ It was the first document to limit the king's power and establish rights
What is the difference between criminal and civil law?
✓ Criminal law involves crimes against society or the state; civil law involves disputes between individuals
What is the purpose of a jury in a UK court?
✓ To decide whether a defendant is guilty or not guilty
Magistrates (Justices of the Peace) are:
✓ Members of the local community who volunteer to hear minor cases
The small claims procedure in England and Wales handles disputes involving amounts under:
✓ £10,000
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, serious cases are heard in:
✓ Crown Courts
What is the UK's highest court?
✓ The Supreme Court
What does "habeas corpus" mean in English law?
✓ The right not to be held in prison unlawfully
If you are self-employed, how do you pay income tax in the UK?
✓ Through self-assessment, including completing a tax return
What is the driving test age in the UK?
✓ 17
Forcing another person to marry is:
✓ A criminal offence in the UK
All dogs in public places in the UK must:
✓ Wear a collar showing the name and address of the owner
You must register your car or motorcycle at:
✓ The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency)
What is the Human Rights Act 1998?
✓ An Act that incorporated the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law
What does the Equality Act 2010 do?
✓ It protects against discrimination based on age, sex, race or disability
What is jury service?
✓ A civic duty where adults may be called to serve on a criminal trial jury
Which of the following is an example of fundamental British freedom?
✓ Freedom of speech
What is meant by "the rule of law"?
✓ That everyone — including the government — must obey the law
What is the European Convention on Human Rights?
✓ An agreement on basic rights and freedoms drawn up by the Council of Europe
Who is responsible for maintaining law and order in Scotland?
✓ A single national police force called Police Scotland
What is "legal aid"?
✓ Government funding to help people who cannot afford legal representation
What is the role of a trade union?
✓ To negotiate pay and conditions with employers on workers' behalf
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