UNIT+4+,+SAC+2A+REVISION


 * Question 1**

Owen is facing a term of imprisonment after he was found guilty of culpable driving. Owen was driving a car which was involved in an accident and his passenger was killed. Owen’s blood alcohol reading was well over the legal limit and the car was travelling at excessive speed. Discuss how the adversary system of trial might have helped to ensure that Owen received a fair trial.**10 marks**


 * Question 2**

(a) Identify **two** problems of our adversary system of trial and explain how they limit the effective operation of our legal system.
 * 1) Comment on **two** changes, or recommendations for change, which have been made, or could be made, to improve the operation of the legal system.
 * 4 + 4 = 8 marks**

Select each of the key features of the adversary system. Explain how each of these features could be both a strength and weakness of the adversary system.
 * Question 3**
 * 8 marks**

Describe four differences between the adversary and inquisitorial systems of trial.**4 marks**
 * Question 4**

Evaluate one feature of the inquisitorial system you believe would contribute to a more effective legal system if adopted in Australia.**3 marks**
 * Question 5**