Types of Civil Law
What is a contract?
A set of voluntary promises, enforceable by the law, between parties who agree to do or not do something.
Who is the plaintiff
The person who brings the charges
What is a petty offense?
Minor crimes
What is the first step to a criminal case?
Investigation and arrest
what is the power house of the cell?
Mitochondria
What's the difference between expressed contracts and implied contracts?
The terms for an expressed contract are stated by the parties in writing, while implied contracts are inferred from the actions of the people involved.
Who is the defendant
The person whom the suit is against
What is a misdemeanor?
More serious crimes like vandalism, simple assault, steaing inexpensive items, etc.
What is the second and third step in a criminal case?
Initial Appearance and preliminary hearing or grand jury
Which animal is known for it's black and white stripes
Zebra
What is property law?
A type of law that deals with the use and ownership of property
What are the first two steps in a civil case?
Hiring a lawyer and filing the complaint.
What is a felony?
Serious crimes such as burglary, kidnapping, arson, etc.
What happens during a plea bargaining
The defendant may confess to be charged with a more minor crime.
What is the process by which plants use sunlight to make food called
Photosynthesis
What is family law?
Branch of civil law that deals with the relationships among family members. Ex, marriage, divorce, and parent-child relationships.
What is the third and fourth steps in a civil case?
Pretrial discovery, and resolution without trial
What would a speeding ticket be classified as?
A petty offense.
Is the arraignment and pleas process in an open courtroom
yes
What is the largest mammal
Blue whale
What are torts or civil wrongs?
Any wrongful act, for which the injured party has the right to sue for damages
What are the last two steps in a civil case?
The trial, and the reward.
What is manslaughter classified as?
A felony
What is a sentence?
The punishment to be imposed on the offender
Which insect is known for its ability to lift objects many times heavier than itself
Ants