Due Process
If you are accused of a crime, which amendments would you immediately go and read?
4, 5, 6, 8
Scenario: You are arrested for upsetting the mayor of a town. Name the source of law.
Constitutional Law
John and Cindy decide to get a divorce. Which type of law is this?
Civil Law
In a trial, who has the BURDEN OF PROOF? Explain.
The Prosecutor has the burden of proof - in other words, they have the burden of proving you guilty. You DON'T have the burden to prove your innocence.
List and explain the SYSTEMS of government as WE EXPERIENCED THEM.
Unitary - colonists under the King
Confederal - new nation under the A.O.C.
Federal - U.S. today
What are the rights you receive from the 5th amendment?
This source of law is often unwritten and people simply follow it.
Military law consists of special laws and procedures that apply to those in the military. These laws are found where?
(UCMJ) Uniform Code of Military Justice
What is probable cause?
reason to believe
List 3 items listed on the Republican platform.
Answers may vary -
less government, gun rights, pro-life, lower taxes for all, voter I.D., close the border, etc.
What are your 4 rights according to the 6th amendment?
Speedy/public trial; impartial jury; confront witnesses; right to counsel
What do we know about Natural Law. Be as detailed as possible. Your number of points will be based on the information you include in your answer.
- life/liberty/property
- applies to everyone
- John Locke supporter
Define ordinance and state which level of government this is located.
local law; local level
What happens during the arraignment step?
Plead "guilty" or "not guilty"; ensure that you know your rights; set bail
SCENARIO: You are running for President and your campaign creates a couple of ads. Which types of propaganda are the examples below.
1 - This ad only focuses on your accomplishments as a politician.
2 - This ad has tons of flags flying and your saying, JUST PICK ME.
1 - card stacking
2 - transfer (symbolism) & Glittering Generalities
Explain the 4th amendment.
In order to search & seize, there must be probable cause; warrants must have probable cause.
Laws passed by legislatures is called _______________.
Statutory Law
When a judge rules on a claim without a trial because it is obvious who must win. This is called ____________.
Summary Judgement
If you committed a crime and you KNOW that they have tons of evidence on you; rather than go to trial, you can do what?
plea-bargain for a lesser punishment
The Judeo-Christian tradition introduced this and emphasized acting justly and performing good deeds. They established laws that were good for the community. What is this called?
Ethical Ideas of Justice
Explain the 7th & 8th amendments.
7th - right to a jury in a civil trial
8th - no cruel/unusual punishments; prohibits excessive bail/fines
Common Law is also known as _________________ or _______________
Case Law; precedent.
Scenario: The FL Governor just passes legislation that will impact those underage that break the law. The town also has a teen curfew of 10 p.m. for those age 17 and under. The next day, a group of FL kids under the age of 15 go into a convenient store and steal at 2 a.m. Name the 4 different types of laws that apply in this case.
Criminal Law; Juvenile Law; State Law; Local Law; Statutory Law
List all 7 steps (in order) in a criminal trial.
criminal investigation; arrest; arraignment; plea-bargain; trial; sentencing; appeal
Congress had no power to tax or regulate trade with foreign nations; government had no executive branch; Congress could not enforce laws. What are these?
Weaknesses of the A.O.C.