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Sunday, 22 November 2009

A basic introduction to the judicial system in the UK, explaining the differences between civil and criminal law

Learn about criminal law in the UK, and how the criminal justice system works

Find out about civil law in the UK, and how civil cases are handled in court

General information about the work judges do in different types of courts, and how their roles vary

Find out about magistrates, what they do and how to apply to become one

Find out if you can get free legal aid to help with the costs of your court case

Find out what's being done about crime and anti-social behaviour where you live