CILEX CPQ F1 Legal Systems Practice Questions - CILEX CPQ Foundation F1 Legal Systems Exam - CILEX CPQ F1 Legal Systems Practice Questions - CILEX CPQ Foundation F1 Legal Systems Exam

Question 1

In English law, which statement best distinguishes civil law from criminal law?

Civil law typically involves disputes between private parties seeking remedies; criminal law involves the state prosecuting offences punishable by sanctions such as imprisonment or fines Civil law is made only by Parliament; criminal law is made only by judges Civil cases always use a jury; criminal cases never do The burden of proof in civil cases is always beyond reasonable doubt

Correct Answer:

Civil law typically involves disputes between private parties seeking remedies; criminal law involves the state prosecuting offences punishable by sanctions such as imprisonment or fines

Question 2

What is the ordinary standard of proof in a civil claim in England and Wales?

Balance of probabilities Beyond reasonable doubt Clear and convincing evidence Prima facie satisfaction only

Correct Answer:

Balance of probabilities

Question 3

Which statement best describes the relationship between common law and equity in England and Wales after the Judicature Acts 1873–75?

Common law and equity were fused administratively so that the same courts can administer both systems of rules and remedies, while equitable principles remain distinct Equity was abolished and only common law remedies remain available Equity now always prevails over statute Common law courts and equity courts still sit as completely separate court systems with no fused jurisdiction

Correct Answer:

Common law and equity were fused administratively so that the same courts can administer both systems of rules and remedies, while equitable principles remain distinct

Question 4

Which of the following is an equitable remedy rather than a common law remedy?

An injunction restraining a defendant from continuing a nuisance Compensatory damages for breach of contract A fine imposed after conviction for a summary offence A custodial sentence following conviction on indictment

Correct Answer:

An injunction restraining a defendant from continuing a nuisance

Question 5

The equitable maxim 'he who comes to equity must come with clean hands' principally means that:

A claimant seeking an equitable remedy may be refused if their own conduct in relation to the claim has been improper Only claimants who have never been convicted of any offence may seek equitable relief Equity never assists volunteers under any circumstances Equitable remedies are available only to companies, not individuals

Correct Answer:

A claimant seeking an equitable remedy may be refused if their own conduct in relation to the claim has been improper

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