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Practice question: Cases for Mediation on the Civil Aspect

Multiple Choice Medium

Practice question

Mediation of a covered civil aspect fails within the ordinary Guidelines process. Must the criminal trial remain suspended indefinitely?
  1. Yes, unsuccessful mediation permanently bars trial
  2. Yes, the mediator becomes the trial judge
  3. No, because failure automatically proves guilt
  4. Only the defendant may decide whether law applies
  5. No; trial proceeds after the period lapses or mediation fails

Legal references

  • AM15-06-10-SC III9(b): https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/20516

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