Which of the Following Is Correct with Respect to the Jurisdiction

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct with respect to the jurisdiction of the various courts mentioned?

• A) Divorce is a matter for a superior court.
• B) Young offenders are now tried in the adult criminal court.
• C) The procedure used in small claims courts is identical to that used in superior level courts.
• D) At the provincial superior court trial level, at least 3 judges sit and adjudicate the matter.
• E) At the court of appeal level, 3 or 5 judges normally sit unless there is a jury involved, and then there is only one judge.

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