Types of law
What type of law deals with disputes between individuals?
Civil law
What is the highest court in the U.S.?
Supreme court
Which amendment protects speech?
1st Amendment
Burden of proof in criminal cases?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
What is a jury?
A group of civilians who decide a case
What type of law involves crimes against society?
Criminal law
What court hears cases first?
Trial court
Which amendment protects gun rights?
2nd Amendment
Person accused of a crime?
Defendant
What is testimony?
Statement under oath
What type of law is created by judges?
Case law
What court reviews lower court decisions?
Appellate court
Which amendment bans cruel punishment?
8th Amendment
Person who brings a civil case?
Plaintiff
What is an objection?
What type of law is made by legislatures?
statutory law
How many justices are on the supreme court?
9
Which amendment guarantees equal protection?
14th Amendment
Admitting guilt is called what?
Guilty plea
What does overruled mean?
judge rejects objection
What type of law governs relationships between countries?
International law
What are federal trial courts called?
District courts
Which Amendment ended slavery?
13th amendment
Found not guilty is called what?
Acquittal
judge agrees with objection