Diplock courts: a model for British justice?

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Northern Ireland's legal system has adapted over recent years to deal with the particular problems caused by the political violence there. As the peace process develops, further changes may need to be made. Some observers are particularly keen for the system of non-jury trial, known as Diplock courts, to be abolished. These have been in operation since 1973, and have dealt with serious criminal cases connected with the political violence. However, others see them as having continued relevance, being an ideal format for trying serious criminal cases.

Northern Ireland, Criminal justice, Administration of, Administration of criminal justice

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Justice gets a poor bargain

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The New York Criminal Courts rarely offer trial by jury as plea bargaining saves time. The 12-storey court building processes 250,000 cases a year, but less than 1,000 of these are tried by jury. Most are settled by defendants pleading guilty in return for a more lenient sentence than they might receive through taking up the constitutional right to trial. There is an incredible amount of crime in New York so guilt is assumed. Serious criminals receive light sentences and return to crime. The innocent are unfairly dealt with.

Laws, regulations and rules, New York, New York, New York, Plea bargaining, Jury, Juries, Criminal courts

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The tornado of Mercedes has a way of driving a hard bargain

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Mercedes Benz has had to adapt to much tougher market conditions over recent years, according to chief executive Helmut Werner. He has worked to ensure that the company places greater emphasis on product planning, productivity and world markets, and plans to enter a number of new markets over the next few years. Latest developments include a joint venture with Swiss watch producer Swatch to make the 'Smart car,' which is scheduled for launch in 1997.

Officials and employees, Interview, Automobile industry, Daimler-Benz AG, Werner, Helmut

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