Citizenship/Leisure & Tourism - Banbury Magistrates Court Visit
YEAR 9 VISIT TO BANBURY MAGISTRATES COURT:
Year 9`s visited Banbury Magistrates Court in the week commencing 27th June 2007. This was to enable them to observe the proceedings of a day in court. The students were able to watch a live case on the day. This was a real eye opener to the the pupils, the room has bullett proof glass, screens, lawyers, solicitors and court ushers who dress in black gowns. There were two cases - one for non-payment of a railway ticket fine and the other for claiming housing benefit that they were not entitled to. It was fascinating to hear the lawyer putting the cases to the judges. The day gave the students an insight as to what can happen if you break the law and that dishonesty and crime do not pay - even if you try and dodge paying for a rail ticket! The students also were given a talk on each individual role within the court and were able to take part in a mock case which they thoroughly enjoyed.
The students were all very well behaved and were a credit to the school and a good positive experience gained.
Date: 03-07-2007