Executive
How long is a Governor's term or Lieutenant Governor
A governor's term is four years and can be elected by the president
What are the duties of the members of the General Assembly
Deliberative
Representative
Policymaking
What is the highest court in the state and is made up of 7 judges
The Supreme Court is made up of 7 judges and is the highest state court
How do natural resources help people
To make food, fuel, and materials
What are some other ways to avoid trouble and to settle disputes
Settling disputes: In order to settle disputes would be to respect others, never let a disagreement grow, and try to see things from the other person's point of view
Name 2 departments for public and transportation works
Electricity, gas, roads, buildings, and apartments
telecommunication, public transportation
How is the General Assembly organized
They meet in regular special and emergency special sessions. There are conducted on the palimony and the six main committees. Also, an agenda is adopted for each session
What are the six steps in the Criminal Justice Process?
The 6 steps in the Criminal Justice Process is Arraignment, Bail, Commitment Hearing, preparing for the Trial, Plea Bargaining, and the Trial
List what public safety helps with
Sheriff, Police, Courts, Jail, Juvenile, District Attorneys, Coroners Office
What does Jurisdiction mean
Jurisdiction means the power, right, and authority to interpret and apply the law
List 2 human resources
Adoptions and foster-care, veterans, food assistance, elderly and disability, employment training
how does a person become elected into the General Assembly
Members are elected by the General Assembly through individual and direct votes by absolute majority
What are the 2 types of law in court
The two types of laws are criminal and civil
How could courts ensure justice
It is the responsibility for ensuring justice in our legal justice system by making sure that laws are Constitutional
How long is the term for a General Assembly
Three-year term and are not eligible for immediate re-election, after serving two consecutive terms
What are the qualifications to become a governor or lieutenant governor?
In order to be eligible for office, you must be in the U.S for 15 years and must be a Georgia resident for at least 6 years
How leadership is organized in the General Assembly
Manages the daily operations of the majority party on the statehouse or assembly
Schedules the daily calendar
Party's policy positions
Help direct the party's overall legislative agenda
What is the second-highest court
The second highest is the Court of Appeals and which is made up of 12 judges that work in panels of three
What are the duties of the Governor or Lieutenant Governor
To serve as the president of the Georgia state senate and cast tie-breaking votes
How does the committee system work
1. There are 6 main committees
2. Each member state may be represented by one person on each main committee
3. Other committees may be established upon which members state have the right to be represented
How can a person become elected as a governor or lieutenant governor?
Must win a statewide election by popular vote
How does the Legislative branch fulfill its role as the lawmaking body for the state of Georgia?
The Legislative branch is the one that makes the laws, declares war, regulates interstate, foreign commerce, controls taxing and spending policies
How can you avoid trouble and settle disputes
You can avoid trouble would be to choose friends with morals and values, and avoid drugs, obeying rules, at home school, or in your community.
What are other economic departments
Housing assistance
Partnerships with businesses
Job creations
What is a judge?
In Georgia, judges are appointed or elected. Judges in the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, State Court, and Magistrate Court are elected on a local, state, or county level