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Last Friday, Daisy was taking a walk near her residence after dinner. While she was walking on the pavement, Arnold, a successful young businessman, was

Last Friday, Daisy was taking a walk near her residence after dinner. While she was walking on the pavement, Arnold, a successful young businessman, was riding his new electric bicycle on the same pavement at high speed. Unfortunately, Daisy was accidentally knocked down by Arnold's electric bicycle which caused her left arm injured although not serious. Some witnesses quickly called 999 and the ambulance and police arrived later. After the policemen recorded the details of this incident, Arnold was taken to the police station for further investigation.

(b) Also, Arnold is charged for riding an electric mobile device without registration and license. Arnold's lawyer tells him that under the Road Traffic Ordinance (Cap. 374) and other relevant ordinances, the maximum sentence for conviction is up to HK$10,000 fine and 12 months' imprisonment. Which court or tribunal will hear Arnold's case? Explain the specific jurisdiction of this court or tribunal relevant to the case.

(c) If Arnold is dissatisfied with the judgment decided by the court or tribunal in (b) above, which courts or tribunals will hear the first and second appeals of this case respectively? Explain the appellate jurisdiction of these two courts or tribunals.

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