Types of Law
A lawsuit over unpaid rent
Civil
In a criminal case, the person accused of a crime is the
Defendant
Which principle divides power between state and federal governments?
Federalism
Tax breaks for homeowners reflect which type of value?
Economic
Lobbying is protected by which constitutional right?
Free speech
Which type of law deals with crimes against society?
Criminal
Who represents the government in a criminal case?
Prosecutor
When Congress passes a law and the President signs it, that’s an example of
Checks and Balances
A law requiring children to attend school reflects which type of value?
Social
True or False: Lobbying is illegal.
False
What type of law is Congress most likely to pass about taxes?
Economic value
If a person sues for damages, that case is ______ law
Civil
Which principle prevents any one branch from gaining too much power?
Separation of Powers
Laws that ban theft reflect which type of value?
Moral
What’s it called when citizens vote to remove a governor from office?
Recall
What’s the burden of proof in a civil case?
Preponderance of evidence
True or False: Both state and federal courts can hear cases.
True
Which principle allows courts to strike down unconstitutional laws?
Judicial Review
The Voting Rights Act reflects which type of value?
Political
What is the top reason people don’t vote?
Too busy/conflicting schedules
What’s the burden of proof in a criminal case?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
What type of law covers reckless driving?
Criminal
In Roe v. Wade (1973), the Supreme Court used this principle.
Judicial Review
True or False: All laws are based on the same values
False
Which education level had the highest voter turnout in 2004?
Bachelor's