Question:Although the Magistrates Court usually deals with criminal cases, it also has some civil jurisdiction.
Which two of the following types of civil proceedings could be dealt with in the Magistrates Court?
A. Damages for a road accident.
B. Financial provision in family proceedings.
C. Enforcement of local authority charges.
D. Small claims under a contract.
The correct answers are: Financial provision in family proceedings and enforcement of local authority charges.
解析:Any sort of financial claim can only be brought in the County Court or High Court, unless it is for financial provision in family proceedings. The magistrates can also hear various other types of family cases (but not divorce) as well as enforcement proceedings by the local authority for charges and rates.