Appellate Law in China

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Which court is the highest court in China?

  1. Supreme People's Court

  2. Supreme Court of the People's Republic of China

  3. High People's Court

  4. Intermediate People's Court


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Supreme People's Court is the highest court in China and is responsible for interpreting the law and overseeing the administration of justice.

What is the role of the Supreme People's Court in China?

  1. To interpret the law and oversee the administration of justice

  2. To review and approve death sentences

  3. To resolve disputes between lower courts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Supreme People's Court has a wide range of responsibilities, including interpreting the law, overseeing the administration of justice, reviewing and approving death sentences, and resolving disputes between lower courts.

Which courts are subordinate to the Supreme People's Court?

  1. High People's Courts

  2. Intermediate People's Courts

  3. Basic People's Courts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Supreme People's Court is the highest court in China and has jurisdiction over all lower courts, including High People's Courts, Intermediate People's Courts, and Basic People's Courts.

What is the role of the High People's Courts in China?

  1. To hear appeals from Intermediate People's Courts

  2. To supervise the work of Intermediate People's Courts

  3. To try cases of major importance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

High People's Courts have a wide range of responsibilities, including hearing appeals from Intermediate People's Courts, supervising the work of Intermediate People's Courts, and trying cases of major importance.

Which courts are subordinate to the High People's Courts?

  1. Intermediate People's Courts

  2. Basic People's Courts

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

High People's Courts have jurisdiction over all lower courts within their jurisdiction, including Intermediate People's Courts and Basic People's Courts.

What is the role of the Intermediate People's Courts in China?

  1. To hear appeals from Basic People's Courts

  2. To supervise the work of Basic People's Courts

  3. To try cases of medium importance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intermediate People's Courts have a wide range of responsibilities, including hearing appeals from Basic People's Courts, supervising the work of Basic People's Courts, and trying cases of medium importance.

Which courts are subordinate to the Intermediate People's Courts?

  1. Basic People's Courts

  2. None of the above

  3. Both of the above

  4. High People's Courts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intermediate People's Courts have jurisdiction over all lower courts within their jurisdiction, including Basic People's Courts.

What is the role of the Basic People's Courts in China?

  1. To hear cases of minor importance

  2. To try criminal cases

  3. To resolve civil disputes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Basic People's Courts have a wide range of responsibilities, including hearing cases of minor importance, trying criminal cases, resolving civil disputes, and handling administrative cases.

What is the procedure for appealing a decision of a lower court in China?

  1. File an appeal with the next higher court

  2. Pay a filing fee

  3. Submit a written statement of the grounds for the appeal

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To appeal a decision of a lower court in China, a party must file an appeal with the next higher court, pay a filing fee, and submit a written statement of the grounds for the appeal.

What is the time limit for filing an appeal in China?

  1. 15 days

  2. 30 days

  3. 60 days

  4. 90 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The time limit for filing an appeal in China is 15 days from the date the judgment or order is served.

What happens if an appeal is filed after the time limit?

  1. The appeal will be dismissed

  2. The court may grant an extension of time

  3. The court may consider the appeal on its merits

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

If an appeal is filed after the time limit, the appeal will be dismissed unless the court grants an extension of time.

What is the scope of review of an appellate court in China?

  1. The appellate court will review the record of the lower court

  2. The appellate court will hear new evidence

  3. The appellate court will decide the case on the basis of the law

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The appellate court will review the record of the lower court, hear new evidence, and decide the case on the basis of the law.

What are the grounds for appealing a decision of a lower court in China?

  1. Error of law

  2. Error of fact

  3. Abuse of discretion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The grounds for appealing a decision of a lower court in China include error of law, error of fact, and abuse of discretion.

What is the outcome of an appeal in China?

  1. The appellate court may affirm the decision of the lower court

  2. The appellate court may reverse the decision of the lower court

  3. The appellate court may remand the case to the lower court for a new trial

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The outcome of an appeal in China may be that the appellate court affirms the decision of the lower court, reverses the decision of the lower court, or remands the case to the lower court for a new trial.

What is the significance of appellate law in China?

  1. It ensures that the law is applied correctly and uniformly

  2. It protects the rights of citizens

  3. It promotes the development of the law

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Appellate law in China is significant because it ensures that the law is applied correctly and uniformly, protects the rights of citizens, and promotes the development of the law.

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