Justice and the Legal System · The Legislative Process
The Role of the Jury
Evaluating the importance of trial by peers and the responsibilities of ordinary citizens in the justice system.
Key Questions
- 1What rights are in tension when a jury decides a person's fate?
- 2Should legal expertise be a requirement for making judicial decisions?
- 3How does the jury system protect against government overreach?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS3: Citizenship - The Legal System in the UKKS3: Citizenship - The Role of Courts and the Judiciary
Year: Year 7
Subject: Citizenship
Unit: Justice and the Legal System
Period: The Legislative Process
Suggested Methodologies
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