Chapter 1
involves the values that govern a society's attitude toward right and wrong.
Morality
Jurisdiction
power and authority given to a court to hear a case and to make a judgement.
Crime
an act against the public good
Tort
a private wrong committed by one person or another.
Contract
any agreement enforceable by law.
law
the system of rules of conduct established by the government of the a society to maintain stability and justice.
Appellate Courts
Courts of appeals
Felony
major crime punishable by imprisonment or death
Intentional tort
when a person knows and desires the consequences of his or her act.
Voidable contract
to void or cancel a contract for some legal reason.
statues
laws specifically passed by governing body that has been created for the purpose of making laws.
Limited jurisdiction
they handle minor matters, such as misdemeanors and civil actions involving small amounts of money.
Misdemeanor
a less serious crime with a less serious penalty.
Trespass
express contract
Stated in words that may be either oral or written.
legislature
body of lawmakers
Delinquent Child
a minor under a certain age that has committed an adult crime.
Murder
unlawful killing of a another human being with malice aforethought.
Nuisance
anything that inters with enjoyment of life or property.
Revocation
taking back of an offer by the offerer.
Administrative law
Consists of those rules and procedures established by regulatory agencies.
Indictment
written accusation charging the individual.
manslaughter
unlawful killing of another human being without malice aforethought.
Defamation
wrongful act of damaging another's reputation by making false statements
Rejection
refusal of the offer by the offeree