JBA Oral Exam case studies
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The 弁護士口述試験 (oral examination, often called the 口述試験) is the final stage of Japan's bar qualification route, taken after a candidate has cleared the 短答式 (short-answer) and 論文式 (essay) stages of the 司法試験. It is conducted by examiners who question each candidate individually, and it tests whether the candidate can state legal rules accurately and apply them aloud under time pressure. The JBA Oral Exam case studies are 5 cases and about 2,413 words.
1Plaza Speech Permit and the Heckler's Veto
City X owns a paved plaza in front of its station. An ordinance designates it a 'public discussion area' but requires a permit for any speech or display and lets the mayor deny a permit when the activity 'may disturb public peace or order.' There is no decision deadline, no written-reasons requirement, and no express judicial-review path.
527 words, about 3 min2Restaurant Suspension After Oral Guidance
A prefectural food-safety ordinance allows the governor to suspend a restaurant license for up to 30 days for a 'serious violation.' On 2 February an inspector finds a cooler at 9°C instead of the required 5°C and one package labeled expired three days earlier. The inspector gives oral guidance to correct within seven days; no written notice is issued.
489 words, about 2 min3Used SUV with Concealed Frame Repair
On 15 January D, a used-car dealer, sells C a 2019 SUV for ¥1,800,000. The contract says: 'Sold as-is.
479 words, about 2 min4Derivative Suit over a Conflicted Software Purchase
A, B, and C are the three directors of X Co., a software company. A is CEO and owns 40%; B and C are outside directors.
467 words, about 2 min5Backpack Search, Counsel Request, and Confession
Officer P stops a car because the registration sticker is expired. The driver, D, is 19 and alone.
451 words, about 2 min