Law And Regulation: Trivia Quiz!
Laws and regulations ate put in place to safeguard people’s interests and avoid an increase in vices that affect the public. As an aspiring lawyer, what do you know about some of the laws you can refer in specific cases? The quiz below will give you some cases to test yourself. Do give it a try and just how much you know all the best!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Derek is walking down the high street talking on his mobile phone to his friend Dave. Derek is heard by a passerby Helen to say “Liverpool are shit” to Dave on the phone. Helen is alarmed by this. Under what section of the Public Order Act could Derek be arrested?
- A.
None.
- B.
Sec 4a
- C.
Sec 5
- D.
Sec 4
Correct Answer
C. Sec 5Explanation
Derek cannot be arrested under any section of the Public Order Act. The given options are incorrect as they suggest different sections under which Derek could potentially be arrested. However, none of the sections mentioned in the options apply to the situation described. Therefore, the correct answer is that Derek cannot be arrested under any section of the Public Order Act.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The PEACE model stands for...
- A.
Practice, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, evaluate
- B.
Practice, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, examine
- C.
Planning and preparation, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, examine
- D.
Planning and preperation, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, evaluate
Correct Answer
D. Planning and preperation, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, evaluateExplanation
The PEACE model is a mnemonic device used to remember the steps involved in conducting an investigative interview. It stands for Planning and preparation, engage and explain, account, clarify/challenge, and evaluate. This model emphasizes the importance of thorough planning and preparation before the interview, engaging and explaining the process to the interviewee, obtaining their account of the events, clarifying and challenging any inconsistencies or discrepancies, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the interview.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following offences can be racially aggravated?
- A.
Section 4a public order
- B.
Section 18 offences against the person act
- C.
Section 1 criminal damage act
- D.
Section 3 public order act
Correct Answer(s)
A. Section 4a public order
C. Section 1 criminal damage actExplanation
Section 4a of the public order act and Section 1 of the criminal damage act can both be racially aggravated offences. This means that if the offender demonstrates hostility or engages in conduct that is racially motivated, the offence can be considered racially aggravated. These sections of the law aim to protect individuals from racially motivated crimes and provide harsher penalties for those who commit such offences.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following is the correct order of response when dealing with a suspicious package?
- A.
Confirm, clear, control, cordon, check
- B.
Confirm, check, clear, cordon, control
- C.
Confirm, clear, cordon, control, check
- D.
Confirm, cordon, clear, control, check
Correct Answer
C. Confirm, clear, cordon, control, checkExplanation
The correct order of response when dealing with a suspicious package is to first confirm that it is indeed suspicious, then clear the area of people, cordon off the area to prevent access, establish control measures, and finally perform a thorough check of the package. This sequence ensures the safety of individuals and allows for appropriate measures to be taken in handling the potentially dangerous situation.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Ian lives in a tent, upon returning to his tent he found that it had been ransacked and his watch, and iPad had been stolen, what offence has happened at his home?
- A.
Burglary
- B.
Theft
- C.
Robbery
Correct Answer
B. TheftExplanation
The correct answer is Theft. Theft refers to the act of taking someone's property without their permission or consent. In this case, Ian's watch and iPad were taken from his tent without his permission, indicating a theft has occurred. Burglary typically involves the unlawful entry into a building with the intent to commit a crime, while robbery involves taking someone's property directly from their person through force or threat. Neither of these offenses accurately describes the situation described in the question.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Tina enters Kim’s house as a trespasser and she intends to steal Kim’s phone,Tina is carrying a Knife, what offence has been committed?
- A.
Burglary sec 9(1)(a) theft act 1968
- B.
Burglary sec 9(1)(b) theft act 1968
- C.
Aggravated burglary sec 10 theft act 1968
- D.
Option 4
Correct Answer
C. Aggravated burglary sec 10 theft act 1968Explanation
Tina's act of entering Kim's house as a trespasser with the intention to steal Kim's phone, while carrying a knife, constitutes the offense of aggravated burglary under section 10 of the Theft Act 1968. Aggravated burglary refers to the act of committing burglary while being in possession of a firearm or an offensive weapon, in this case, a knife. This offense is considered more serious than regular burglary and carries harsher penalties.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Liam and Jack are playing cricket next to their neighbours greenhouse, Jack hits the ball and smashes a window but he has not committed criminal damage as he didn’t intend to smash the window. True or False?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
False. Jack may not have intended to smash the window, but his action of hitting the ball and causing damage to the neighbor's greenhouse can still be considered as negligence or reckless behavior. In legal terms, this can be considered as a form of unintentional criminal damage.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Special measures in court are available to....
- A.
Every victim and witness
- B.
Every suspect
- C.
Vulnerable and/or intimidated witnesses
Correct Answer
C. Vulnerable and/or intimidated witnessesExplanation
Special measures in court are available to vulnerable and/or intimidated witnesses. This means that individuals who are deemed to be vulnerable or intimidated can receive additional support and protection when giving evidence in court. These special measures may include the use of screens to shield the witness from the defendant, giving evidence via video link, or having a supporter or advocate present during the proceedings. These measures aim to ensure that witnesses who may be particularly vulnerable or intimidated are able to give their evidence in a safe and supportive environment.Rate this question:
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- 9.
All children under the age of 18 are eligible for special measures true or false?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
All children under the age of 18 are eligible for special measures, which means that they are entitled to receive additional support or accommodations to ensure their well-being and development. This could include educational, healthcare, or social services tailored to their specific needs. Therefore, the statement "All children under the age of 18 are eligible for special measures" is true.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Matt is on his way to work, he is stopped by the police, his vehicle is lawfully searched under section 23 MDA due to Matts demeanour and a strong smell of cannabis. In the boot the officer finds an array of knives. Matt explains that he is a chef on his way home from work, the officer confirms this with Matts employer, Matt has committed an offence of being possession of bladed article without lawful excuse , true or false?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Matt has a lawful excuse for possessing the knives as he is a chef on his way home from work. The officer has confirmed this with Matt's employer, which further supports his explanation. Therefore, Matt has not committed an offense of being in possession of a bladed article without lawful excuse.Rate this question:
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- 11.
A person has been arrested and is in custody, the arresting officer has sought authority from the duty inspector to search the persons house for items relating to the offence which the person was arrested and similar offences. Which power is being exercised?
- A.
Section 17 PACE 1984
- B.
Section 18 (5) PACE 1984
- C.
Section 32 PACE 1984
- D.
Section 18 PACE 1984
Correct Answer
D. Section 18 PACE 1984Explanation
The correct answer is Section 18 PACE 1984. This section grants the authority to the arresting officer to search the person's house for items relating to the offense for which the person was arrested and similar offenses.Rate this question:
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- 12.
An officer enters a property under section 17 PACE as they suspect that a person is inside that they need to arrest for an indictable offence. This action is lawful, true or false.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The officer has to believe a person is inside not just suspect.Rate this question:
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- 13.
James Harris is wanted for theft from shops, he is seen to leave his vehicle and walk down the street. He is stopped by an officer and arrested for the shoplifting offences. The officer then searches James and his vehicle, what power is the officer exercising to do this?
- A.
Section 17 PACE 1984
- B.
Section 18 PACE 1984
- C.
Stop search section 1 PACE 1984
- D.
Section 32 PACE 1984
Correct Answer
D. Section 32 PACE 1984Explanation
The correct answer is Section 32 PACE 1984. This section allows an officer to search a person or a vehicle without a warrant if they have reasonable grounds to suspect that evidence of an offense may be found. In this case, the officer stopped and arrested James for shoplifting offenses, which provided reasonable grounds to search both James and his vehicle for evidence related to the theft.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Eric lives in a two bed house and does not use his spare room , he willingly allows Dan to rent this room in order to grow cannabis. Eric is committing an offence under section 4(2) of the misuse of drugs act in relation to production of a controlled drug. True or false
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Eric is concerned in the production of cannabis.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Tom and Paul are fighting in the local park, they are stopped by police and neither want to make a complaint of assault, what offence could they be arrested for?
- A.
Section 2 public order
- B.
Common assault
- C.
Section 4a public order
- D.
Section 3 public order
Correct Answer
D. Section 3 public orderExplanation
Tom and Paul could be arrested for the offense of Section 3 public order. This offense relates to using threatening, abusive, or insulting words or behavior that causes or is likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress to others. Even if neither of them wants to make a complaint of assault, their fighting in a public place could be considered as such behavior that disrupts public order and causes distress to others.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which of the following public order offences can be racially aggravated? (Tick more than one)
- A.
Section 3 affray
- B.
Section 5 non- intentional harassment, alarm or distress
- C.
Section 2 violent disorder
- D.
Section 4a intentionally causing harassment, alarm or distress
- E.
Section 4 fear or provocation or violence
Correct Answer(s)
B. Section 5 non- intentional harassment, alarm or distress
D. Section 4a intentionally causing harassment, alarm or distress
E. Section 4 fear or provocation or violenceExplanation
Public order offences can be racially aggravated if they involve harassment, alarm, or distress caused intentionally or non-intentionally based on a person's race or ethnicity. Section 5 non-intentional harassment, alarm or distress, Section 4a intentionally causing harassment, alarm or distress, and Section 4 fear or provocation or violence all have the potential to be racially aggravated if the actions or words involved are motivated by racial discrimination or hostility. Section 3 affray and Section 2 violent disorder do not specifically mention racial aggravation in their definitions, so they would not be considered racially aggravated offences.Rate this question:
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- 17.
An officer has stopped a person driving their vehicle, under sec 6 of RTA they require the person to provide a sample of breath. The person blows under the legal limit, there is no fresh evidence to show that the person stopped is unfit to drive and the officer decides to arrest them under sec 4(2) of the RTA. This is legal, true or false
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The officer arresting the person under sec 4(2) of the RTA without any fresh evidence to show that the person is unfit to drive is not legal. The requirement to provide a sample of breath under sec 6 of the RTA is to determine if the person is driving under the influence of alcohol. Since the person blows under the legal limit, there is no valid reason to arrest them under sec 4(2) of the RTA.Rate this question:
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