Czech Citizenship Exam: Judicial Power and Protection of Citizens

Here are the 10 study questions for the Czech Citizenship exam from section 7: Judicial Power and Protection of Citizens.

1.  Mr. Novotný determines the amount of punishment for criminal offences.  What function does he perform?

The function of a judge.

2.  Mrs. Svobodová caused an accident.  Who can defend her in court?

A lawyer.

3.  Which court decides to repeal laws that do not comply with the Constitution of the Czech Republic?

The Constitutional Court.

4.  Which institution has the task of protecting the safety of people, property, and public order?

Police of the Czech Republic.

5.  Mr. Novotný works as a lawyer.  Which of these activities can he do?

Provide paid legal services.

6.  To what institution is a criminal report filed?

The police.

7.  What is the role fo the public prosecutor?

Filing charges against the accused.

8.  What is the role of the ombudsman?

To resolve citizens' complaints to state administration authorities.

9.  Mrs. Svobodová wants a divorce.  Which institution decides on divorce?

The court.

10.  The Supreme Administrative Court deals with, for example,  complains about the course and results of presidential and parliamentary elections.  Where is this court located?

In Brno.