Types Of Laws
What are the two types of law?
Criminal and Civil Law
Do you have to be a U.S. citizen to be apart of the NC Executive Branch?
Yes
TRUE OR FALSE: You have to be 18 or older to vote.
TRUE
What is a amendment?
A change or addition made to a law, or constitution
What are Civil Rights?
Personal rights protected and guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.
TRUE OR FALSE: A felony is worse than a misdemeanor.
TRUE
Who is head of the NC Executive Branch?
The Govenor
Can you vote if your a felon?
No
What is the first amendment?
Freedom is speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to assembly
What are Civil Liberties?
Natural rights
Is a infraction a criminal or civil law?
Criminal
How old do you have to be to be in the NC House of Representative?
21 years of age
What is a primary?
A election where voters select candidates for a upcoming general election.
What is the 4th amendment?
It protects people from unreasonable search and seizures
What is a example of a civil liberty?
The 1st Amendment
Is Arson considered property destroyed or property taken?
Property Destroyed
Who is the current NC Governor?
Roy Cooper
What is the National Convention?
Where political parties choose candidates running for office
What is the 7th amendment?
Guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases
What is an example of a civil right?
The Fair Housings Act
What is a plaintiff usually seeking in a civil lawsuit?
Money, for a loss or damage
How long must you live in NC for until you meet the requirement to become Governor?
2 years
How many electoral votes must a person have to become president?
270
What is the 10th amendment?
States that any powers not given to the government is reserved for the states or people.
What is suffrage?
The right to vote in public, political elections