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Appellate Law in Papua New Guinea

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What is the highest court in Papua New Guinea?

  1. National Court

  2. Supreme Court

  3. Court of Appeal

  4. District Court


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Supreme Court is the highest court in Papua New Guinea and has the final say on all legal matters.

Which court hears appeals from the National Court?

  1. Supreme Court

  2. Court of Appeal

  3. District Court

  4. Land and Titles Court


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Court of Appeal hears appeals from the National Court and is the second highest court in Papua New Guinea.

What is the role of the National Court in the appellate process?

  1. It hears appeals from the District Court.

  2. It hears appeals from the Court of Appeal.

  3. It hears appeals from the Supreme Court.

  4. It does not have a role in the appellate process.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Court hears appeals from the District Court and is the first level of appeal in the Papua New Guinea court system.

Which court hears appeals from the Land and Titles Court?

  1. National Court

  2. Supreme Court

  3. Court of Appeal

  4. District Court


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Court hears appeals from the Land and Titles Court and is the first level of appeal for land and title disputes.

What is the time limit for filing an appeal in Papua New Guinea?

  1. 14 days

  2. 21 days

  3. 28 days

  4. 35 days


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The time limit for filing an appeal in Papua New Guinea is 21 days from the date of the decision being appealed.

What is the procedure for filing an appeal in Papua New Guinea?

  1. File a notice of appeal with the court registry.

  2. Serve a copy of the notice of appeal on the other party.

  3. File a statement of grounds of appeal.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for filing an appeal in Papua New Guinea involves filing a notice of appeal, serving a copy on the other party, and filing a statement of grounds of appeal.

What are the grounds for appealing a decision in Papua New Guinea?

  1. Error of law

  2. Error of fact

  3. Miscarriage of justice

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The grounds for appealing a decision in Papua New Guinea include error of law, error of fact, and miscarriage of justice.

What is the role of the appellant in an appeal?

  1. To argue that the decision of the lower court was wrong.

  2. To present evidence to support their case.

  3. To cross-examine the witnesses of the other party.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of the appellant in an appeal is to argue that the decision of the lower court was wrong, to present evidence to support their case, and to cross-examine the witnesses of the other party.

What is the role of the respondent in an appeal?

  1. To defend the decision of the lower court.

  2. To present evidence to support their case.

  3. To cross-examine the witnesses of the appellant.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of the respondent in an appeal is to defend the decision of the lower court, to present evidence to support their case, and to cross-examine the witnesses of the appellant.

What is the outcome of an appeal in Papua New Guinea?

  1. The decision of the lower court is upheld.

  2. The decision of the lower court is overturned.

  3. The case is sent back to the lower court for a new trial.

  4. Any of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The outcome of an appeal in Papua New Guinea can be that the decision of the lower court is upheld, overturned, or the case is sent back to the lower court for a new trial.

What is the significance of stare decisis in the Papua New Guinea appellate system?

  1. It ensures that the law is applied consistently.

  2. It prevents the courts from overturning their own decisions.

  3. It promotes judicial independence.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stare decisis is the principle that courts should follow the decisions of higher courts in similar cases. It ensures that the law is applied consistently, prevents the courts from overturning their own decisions, and promotes judicial independence.

What is the role of the Public Solicitor in the Papua New Guinea appellate system?

  1. To represent appellants who cannot afford a lawyer.

  2. To provide legal advice to the courts.

  3. To prosecute criminal appeals.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Public Solicitor is a government agency that provides legal representation to appellants who cannot afford a lawyer.

What is the role of the Attorney General in the Papua New Guinea appellate system?

  1. To represent the government in appeals.

  2. To provide legal advice to the courts.

  3. To prosecute criminal appeals.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Attorney General is the chief legal adviser to the government and represents the government in appeals. They also provide legal advice to the courts and prosecute criminal appeals.

What are the challenges facing the Papua New Guinea appellate system?

  1. Lack of resources.

  2. Delays in the justice process.

  3. Lack of access to legal representation.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Papua New Guinea appellate system faces a number of challenges, including lack of resources, delays in the justice process, and lack of access to legal representation.

What reforms have been proposed to address the challenges facing the Papua New Guinea appellate system?

  1. Increasing funding for the courts.

  2. Streamlining the appeals process.

  3. Expanding access to legal representation.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A number of reforms have been proposed to address the challenges facing the Papua New Guinea appellate system, including increasing funding for the courts, streamlining the appeals process, and expanding access to legal representation.

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