civil law
What is "presumption of innocence"?
This legal principle states that a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
What is the Fourth Amendment?
This Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures.
What is a "felony"?
This term refers to a serious crime, typically punishable by imprisonment or death.
What is "civil law"?
this type of law deals with disputes between individuals and/or organizations, often involving compensation rather than punishment.
What is freedom of speech?
This right guarantees individuals the freedom to express their opinions without government interference.
What is "double jeopardy"?
the legal doctrine that prohibits a person from being tried again for the same offense after being charged not guilty.
What is "preponderance of evidence"?
In civil cases, this is the burden of proof required, which is lower than in criminal cases.
What is the Fifth Amendment?
The legal principle that allows individuals to refuse to testify against themselves in court.
What is an "indictment"?
This term refers to a formal accusation or charge of a serious crime.
What is an "injunction"?
This term refers to a legal action where a person or entity is ordered by the court to refrain from certain actions.
What is the Sixth Amendment?
This Amendment protects the right to a fair and speedy trial by an impartial jury.
What is "reasonable doubt"?
The legal principle that states a defendant cannot be convicted of a crime if there is reasonable doubt about their guilt.
True or False:In civil law, the burden of proof is "beyond a reasonable doubt."
False: In civil law, the burden of proof is usually "preponderance of evidence."
True or False:The First Amendment protects individuals' rights to bear arms.
False:The Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms; the First Amendment protects freedom of speech, religion.
True or False:Double jeopardy means a person can be tried multiple times for the same crime until they are found guilty.
False:Double jeopardy prohibits a person from being tried again for the same offense after being acquitted.