Vocab
Your right to remain silent when accused of a crime, and be appointed an attorney. This has to be told to anyone arrested.
Miranda Rights
What is the highest court in the United States?
U.S. Supreme Court
What is the supreme law of the United States?
U.S. Constitution
Which Supreme Court case established the power of judicial review, allowing courts to declare laws unconstitutional?
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
Who is the person responsible for overseeing a trial, interpreting the law, and ensuring courtroom procedures are followed?
Judge
What type of case involves a person accused of breaking a law, such as robbery or assault?
Criminal
Which amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?
8th Amendment
What is the term for information, documents, or objects presented in court to help prove or disprove a claim?
Evidence
What are the only "issues" will the Supreme Court hear?
Constitutional
What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?
Bill of Rights
Which Supreme Court case ruled that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional?
Brown v. Board of Education (1954)
What is the name of the group of citizens selected to listen to evidence and determine the facts of a case?
Jury
What type of case involves a legal dispute between individuals or organizations, often involving money, property, or injuries?
Civil
Which constitutional amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial in criminal cases?
6th Amendment
What is the term for a statement made under oath by a witness in court?
Testimony
Which federal courts are responsible for hearing cases for the first time, examining evidence, and determining facts?
U.S. District Courts
Which section of the U.S. Constitution establishes the judicial branch of the federal government?
Article 3
Which Supreme Court case ruled that students have First Amendment free speech rights at school, including the right to wear black armbands as a form of peaceful protest?
Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)
What is the term for a person accused of committing a crime?
Defendant
What is the term for the final decision made by a jury or judge determining whether a defendant is guilty or not guilty?
Verdict
Which amendment protects individuals from being forced to testify against themselves in a criminal case
5th Amendment
What is the term for a previous court decision that serves as a guide for deciding similar cases in the future?
Precedent
Which level of the federal court system reviews decisions made by lower courts to determine whether legal errors occurred?
U.S. Courts of Appeals
What principle means that everyone, including government officials and the president, must obey the law?
Rule of Law
What Supreme Court case required police to inform suspects of certain constitutional rights before custodial interrogation?
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
What is the title of the lawyer who represents the government and tries to prove that a person committed a crime?
Prosecutor
What is the legal process of asking a higher court to review a lower court's decision for possible legal errors?
Appeal
Which amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?
4th Amendment
What is the term for the legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case?
Jurisdiction
What are the three levels of courts in the federal judicial system?
District Courts, Courts of Appeals, and Supreme Court
What is the power of the Supreme Court to declare laws or government actions unconstitutional called?
Judicial Review
What Supreme Court case established that states must provide attorneys to defendants who cannot afford one in felony criminal cases?
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
What is the term for the person or party who files a lawsuit against another person or organization in a civil case?
Plaintiff
What is the standard of proof required to convict a defendant in a criminal trial?
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt (100% sure)
What constitutional protection requires the government to follow fair legal procedures before taking away someone's life, liberty, or property?
Due Process