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state vs federal
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  • Which of the following is an example of civil law?
  • A) A robbery case in which the state prosecutes the defendant
  • B) A lawsuit between two companies over a contract dispute
  • C) A murder case being tried in a court of law
  • D) A person charged with speeding by the government

b

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What is criminal law primarily concerned with

Crimes and punishments for criminal behavior

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what is constitutional law

If we currently think the case law ( legal precedent) is  now not the correct thing todo in today's day and age what type of law do we review it with?,

  • It defines the powers of the government, the rights of citizens, and the relationship between the government and the governed. 




  • In the US, the US Constitution and state constitutions serve as the foundation of the legal system. 
  • doesnt ever change unless we make a constitutional amendment
100

What is a job that you could have in the legal field

any job from our job search

100
  1. What is the main difference between state law and federal law?
    A) Federal law only applies to citizens in specific states
    B) State law has jurisdiction over all national matters
    C) Federal law governs national issues, while state law governs local matters
    D) State law is only applicable to specific industries

c

200

what parties does civil law deal with?

 Civil law deals with disputes between individuals, while criminal law deals with actions that harm society. Plaintiff (complainer) v. Defendant (accused)

200
  • How does criminal law  differ from civil law in terms of consequences?
  • Criminal law punishes wrongdoers with penalties like imprisonment. 
200

Provide an example where case law influenced a legal decision

any landmark case

200

Which type of court hears cases for the first time and issues verdicts

trial court

200
  • True or false: the US constitution is the supreme law of the land

true

300

what is the purpose of civil law

Civil law provides remedies for disputes between individuals, usually through compensation

300

what is the purpose of criminal law

protect society from those who are harming them

300

What is the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in shaping the law

The U.S. Supreme Court plays a powerful role in shaping the law through a process called judicial review, which allows it to interpret the Constitution and decide whether laws or government actions are constitutional.

300

Explain social contract theory

People agree to give up some of their freedoms and submit to authority (like a government) in exchange for protection of their remaining rights and for social order.

300

explain how the U.S. legal system distinguishes between state and federal jurisdiction. What types of cases are heard in each

  • State courts typically hear cases involving state law (e.g., family law, contract disputes), while federal courts handle cases involving federal law, disputes between states, or cases where the U.S. government is a party.
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  • How does civil law  differ from criminal law in terms of consequences?

civil law only has monetary punishment 

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what is the burden of proof in criminal court

beyond a reasonable doubt

400

Describe the role of case law in the legal system. How does a case set a precedent

case law is law based on previous court decisions. The idea is that since we have decided on this once we should decide the same way again. Precedent is the previous decision that guides the current decision.

400

True or False: An appellate court reviews the decisions of lower courts to determine if any legal errors were made

true

400

True or False: Federal law can override state law when the two are in conflict.

true supremacy clause

500
what is the burden of proof in civil law
  • preponderance of evidence
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what parties are involved in an criminal case

prosecutor (government) v. defendant (accused)

500

A person found guilty in a criminal case may also be held liable in a civil court for the same act. Yes or no? If yes explain. 

yes 

  • Criminal and civil courts handle different types of cases, but a person could face both criminal charges (e.g., assault) and a civil lawsuit (e.g., personal injury claim) for the same event.
500

what rights do we have in the legal system as laid out in the constitution?

RIGHT TO AN ATTORNEY (6TH AMENDMENT)

RIGHT TO A FAIR TRIAL AND DUE PROCESS (5TH & 14TH AMENDMENTS)

PROTECTION FROM UNREASONABLE SEARCHES & SEIZURES (4TH AMENDMENT)

RIGHT AGAINST SELF-INCRIMINATION (5TH AMENDMENT)

RIGHT TO APPEAL IF DUE PROCESS IS VIOLATED

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what makes the united state legal system different from others around the world?

TWO MAIN COURT SYSTEMS: STATE AND FEDERAL COURTS

THREE LEVELS OF COURTS: TRIAL COURTS, APPELLATE COURTS, AND SUPREME COURTS

3 BASIC FUNCTIONS: ENSURE JUSTICE, INTERPRET LAWS, AND PROTECT LEGAL RIGHTS

INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY

PERPONDERANCE OF EVIDENCE- LEVEL OF DOUBT

JURY