YOU SHOULD KNOW
This type of crime is less serious and usually punishable by fines or short jail time.
WHAT IS A MISDEMEANOR
The person who brings a case to court.
Who is the plaintiff?
This TV series follows the day-to-day work of the NYPD detectives.
LAW AND ORDER
…don’t stop believin’, hold on to that ___.”
What is feeling?
This acronym represents the “search and seizure” standard police must follow.
What is the Fourth Amendment?
This term refers to the intentional killing of another person.
MURDER
This type of law governs disagreements between private citizens.
What is civil law?
This NBA player is nicknamed “King James.”
Who is LeBron James?
“…I came in like a ___ ball.”
What is wrecking?
The legal process where police formally advise a suspect of their rights.
What is a Miranda warning?
A criminal must have both the guilty act and guilty mind to be convicted. This is called:
What is mens rea and actus reus?
A written order from the court requiring someone to appear in court.
What is a subpoena?
She won 23 Grand Slam singles titles in tennis.
Who is Serena Williams?
…we all just wanna be big ___
What is rockstars?
This type of evidence can be seen, touched, or measured.
What is physical evidence?
IF IT DOESNT FIT, ACQUIT
OJ SIMPSON
This TV show features a criminal lawyer named Saul Goodman.
What is Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul?
This soccer player has won multiple Ballon d’Or awards and is known for his time at FC Barcelona.
Who is Lionel Messi
…I got that sunshine in my ___.
What is pocket?
The official process of taking a suspect into custody.
ARREST