Laws
Legal Concepts
Power Of Government
100

What is civil law

the system of law concerned with private relations between members of a community rather than criminal, military, or religious affairs.

100

The first ten amendments to the U.S constitution are known as the....?

Bill Of Rights

100

Does the State or Federal Government get to use the military?

The Federal Government

200

What is Case Law

body of law established by judges through decisions in court cases, rather than through legislative statutes.

200

A crime is considered an offense against.....

The State

200

How does the Constitution separate powers within the U.S.?

It separates the power between people and governments, State and federal governments, and the three branches of federal government.

300

What is Criminal Law

the body of law that defines offenses against the state, community, or individuals, establishing punishments—such as imprisonment or fines—for those who violate these laws.

300

Legislative enactments by a city government are called....

Ordinances

300

How do the three branches of government limit each other's power?

Checks and Balances
400

What is Procedural Law

Procedural law comprises the rules governing how court proceedings

400

True or False. Stare Decisis is the doctrine that requires lower courts to adhere to existing case Law in their decisions

True

400

Can the State governments regulate foreign commerce?

No

500

What is Substantive law

Substantive law defines the rights, duties, and obligations of individuals and organizations, outlining what constitutes legal and illegal behavior.

500

True or False. Torts are private wrongs committed against individuals or organizations

True

500

Can A presidential veto be overturned?

 Yes