KS3 crime and punishment - how the police operate

Citizenship Quiz - Crime and Punishment 01 (Questions)

Crime and punishment shape how society stays safe and fair. Explore why laws exist, what happens after a crime, and how courts decide the right consequences.

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Fascinating Fact:

Young people under 18 are usually dealt with in Youth Court, which has different procedures and sentencing options. The focus is often on preventing reoffending.

In KS3 Citizenship, crime and punishment includes why laws matter, how the justice system works, and how society balances protecting the public with treating people fairly. You look at evidence, courts, and the reasons behind different sentences.

Key Terms

Law: A rule made by Parliament or other authorities that people are expected to follow.
Evidence: Information used to help prove what happened, such as witness statements, CCTV, or forensic results.
Sentence: The punishment or outcome decided by a court after someone is found guilty.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the difference between a crime and an antisocial behaviour?

A crime breaks the law and can lead to prosecution, while antisocial behaviour may not be a crime but still causes nuisance or distress and can lead to warnings or legal orders.

What happens after someone is arrested in the UK?

After an arrest, the police can question the person, collect evidence, and decide whether to release them, give a caution, or charge them so the case can go to court.

Why do courts give different punishments for the same type of crime?

Courts consider factors like harm caused, intent, previous offences, and whether the person pleaded guilty, so sentences can vary even when the crime category is similar.

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Where are the majority of court cases heard?

[ ]	County court
[ ]	Crown court
[ ]	High court
[ ]	Magistrates' court

What does a magistrates' court NOT have?

[ ]	Fines
[ ]	Judge
[ ]	Jury
[ ]	Sentences

If a person is guilty of robbery, what is the maximum sentence?

[ ]	2 years
[ ]	5 years
[ ]	10 years
[ ]	Life

Which of these might get you an anti-social behaviour order (ASBO)?

[ ]	Charity work
[ ]	Doing homework
[ ]	Going to church
[ ]	Graffiti

At what age is it legal to drink alcohol at home?

[ ]	5
[ ]	8
[ ]	11
[ ]	14

What is the difference between robbery and burglary?

[ ]	Burglary involves trespassing on another person's property
[ ]	Burglary means carrying a swag bag and wearing a mask
[ ]	Robbery is during the day, burglary is at night
[ ]	Robbery only happens in jewellery shops and banks

Appeals against decisions made in court get heard in which court?

[ ]	Appeal court
[ ]	Crown court
[ ]	High court
[ ]	House of Lords

Which of these is considered a crime?

[ ]	Watching television without a licence
[ ]	Claiming benefits without entitlement
[ ]	Leaving your dog's foul on a pavement
[ ]	All of the above

What is the highest court in the country?

[ ]	Appeal Court
[ ]	Crown Court
[ ]	High Court
[ ]	Supreme Court

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A person who is serving on a jury is called .......

[ ]	A convict
[ ]	A juror
[ ]	An assistant judge
[ ]	An expert witness

Citizenship Quiz - Crime and Punishment 01 (Answers)

Where are the majority of court cases heard?

[ ]	County court
[ ]	Crown court
[ ]	High court
[x]	Magistrates' court

Over 95% of cases!

What does a magistrates' court NOT have?

[ ]	Fines
[ ]	Judge
[x]	Jury
[ ]	Sentences

Cases are dealt with by a 'bench' of two or three magistrates or a trained lawyer called the District Judge

If a person is guilty of robbery, what is the maximum sentence?

[ ]	2 years
[ ]	5 years
[ ]	10 years
[x]	Life

The judge can give a lesser sentence, depending on the circumstances. Some people think that community sentences instead of prison would be better

Which of these might get you an anti-social behaviour order (ASBO)?

[ ]	Charity work
[ ]	Doing homework
[ ]	Going to church
[x]	Graffiti

There are many other examples of anti-social behaviour that can land someone with an ASBO

At what age is it legal to drink alcohol at home?

[x]	5
[ ]	8
[ ]	11
[ ]	14

Some pressure groups think that it should be made illegal for children under the age of 15 to drink alcohol anywhere. They want this to be made the law because alcohol is a poison. It is also an addictive drug that can damage the brain and other organs

What is the difference between robbery and burglary?

[x]	Burglary involves trespassing on another person's property
[ ]	Burglary means carrying a swag bag and wearing a mask
[ ]	Robbery is during the day, burglary is at night
[ ]	Robbery only happens in jewellery shops and banks

'Daylight robbery' doesn't mean during the day!

Appeals against decisions made in court get heard in which court?

[x]	Appeal court
[ ]	Crown court
[ ]	High court
[ ]	House of Lords

Sometimes wrong decisions can be made. The appeals system means that evidence can be presented to a different court to see if they view it differently to the original court

Which of these is considered a crime?

[ ]	Watching television without a licence
[ ]	Claiming benefits without entitlement
[ ]	Leaving your dog's foul on a pavement
[x]	All of the above

None of these would lead to a prison sentence