Constitution & Rights
Bill of Rights
The highest court in the United States.
U.S. Supreme Court
Traffic violations are usually handled in this court system.
State Court
A court decision that guides future cases.
Precedent
Laws dealing with disputes between individuals or organizations.
Civil Laws
Every citizen's Constitutional right to being given fair treatment in a case is called
Due Process
How many justices sit on the U.S. Supreme Court?
9
Cases involving endangered species violations go to this court system.
Federal Court
A decision made by a court
Verdict
A lawsuit brought to court by one party against another.
Civil Action
Police must inform suspects of these rights when they are arrested.
Miranda Rights
Who nominates Supreme Court justices?
President
Disputes between two states are handled in this court system.
Federal Court
The government lawyer responsible for bringing charges in a criminal case.
Prosecutor
Laws dealing with crimes against society.
Criminal Laws
State the Miranda Rights
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have a right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.
How long do Supreme Court justices serve?
Lifetime
Operating a business without a license would most likely be tried in this court system.
State Court
The level of proof required in criminal cases to convict someone.
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
A serious crime usually punishable by more than a year in prison.
Felonies
Define Unconstitutional and provide an example to strengthen explanation
Conflicting with some provisions of the constitution (Student examples will vary)
Describe a Precedent
When the U.S. Supreme Court makes a decision, it creates a precedent, meaning lower courts in the same jurisdiction must follow that ruling in future cases.
Courts that review cases when someone appeals a decision.
Appellate Court: A court in which appeals from trial-court decisions are heard
The level of proof used in civil cases meaning the evidence shows something is more likely than not true
Preponderance of Evidence
A less serious crime usually punishable by less than a year in jail.
Misdemeanors