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Appellate Law in Gibraltar

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Which court is the highest court of appeal in Gibraltar?

  1. Supreme Court of Gibraltar

  2. Court of Appeal of Gibraltar

  3. Privy Council

  4. European Court of Human Rights


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Privy Council is the highest court of appeal for Gibraltar, as well as for a number of other British overseas territories and Crown dependencies.

What is the role of the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar?

  1. To hear appeals from the Supreme Court of Gibraltar

  2. To hear appeals from the Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar

  3. To hear appeals from the Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar

  4. To hear appeals from the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Court of Appeal of Gibraltar hears appeals from the Supreme Court of Gibraltar on both civil and criminal matters.

How many judges sit on the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar?

  1. Three

  2. Five

  3. Seven

  4. Nine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Court of Appeal of Gibraltar is usually composed of three judges, although a larger number may sit in exceptional circumstances.

What is the role of the Supreme Court of Gibraltar?

  1. To hear first instance cases

  2. To hear appeals from the Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar

  3. To hear appeals from the Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar

  4. To hear appeals from the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Supreme Court of Gibraltar is the highest court of first instance in Gibraltar. It hears a wide range of cases, including civil, criminal, and family matters.

How many judges sit on the Supreme Court of Gibraltar?

  1. One

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Seven


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Supreme Court of Gibraltar is usually composed of a single judge, although a larger number may sit in exceptional circumstances.

What is the role of the Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar?

  1. To hear summary offenses

  2. To hear indictable offenses

  3. To hear civil cases

  4. To hear family cases


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar hears summary offenses, which are less serious criminal offenses. It also has jurisdiction to hear certain civil cases and family cases.

How many magistrates sit on the Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar?

  1. One

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Seven


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Magistrates' Court of Gibraltar is usually composed of a single magistrate, although a larger number may sit in exceptional circumstances.

What is the role of the Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar?

  1. To hear employment disputes

  2. To hear discrimination disputes

  3. To hear health and safety disputes

  4. To hear all of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar hears employment disputes, discrimination disputes, and health and safety disputes.

How many members sit on the Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar?

  1. One

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Seven


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Employment Tribunal of Gibraltar is usually composed of three members, although a larger number may sit in exceptional circumstances.

What is the role of the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar?

  1. To hear immigration appeals

  2. To hear asylum appeals

  3. To hear both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar hears immigration appeals and asylum appeals.

How many members sit on the Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar?

  1. One

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Seven


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Immigration and Asylum Tribunal of Gibraltar is usually composed of three members, although a larger number may sit in exceptional circumstances.

What is the time limit for appealing a decision of the Supreme Court of Gibraltar to the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar?

  1. 14 days

  2. 21 days

  3. 28 days

  4. 42 days


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The time limit for appealing a decision of the Supreme Court of Gibraltar to the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar is 21 days.

What is the time limit for appealing a decision of the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar to the Privy Council?

  1. 14 days

  2. 21 days

  3. 28 days

  4. 42 days


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The time limit for appealing a decision of the Court of Appeal of Gibraltar to the Privy Council is 42 days.

What is the role of the Attorney General of Gibraltar?

  1. To advise the Government of Gibraltar on legal matters

  2. To represent the Government of Gibraltar in court

  3. To prosecute criminal cases on behalf of the Government of Gibraltar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Attorney General of Gibraltar advises the Government of Gibraltar on legal matters, represents the Government of Gibraltar in court, and prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the Government of Gibraltar.

What is the role of the Director of Public Prosecutions of Gibraltar?

  1. To prosecute criminal cases on behalf of the Government of Gibraltar

  2. To advise the Government of Gibraltar on legal matters

  3. To represent the Government of Gibraltar in court

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Director of Public Prosecutions of Gibraltar prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the Government of Gibraltar.

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