Civil Cases
The person or party being sued in civil court is called the what?
Defendant
In criminal cases, who is always the prosecutor, bringing the charges against the accused criminal?
The state or federal government
True/False: A juvenile can be tried as an adult if the crime is severe enough
True
What term describes a jury that is unable to convict or acquit a suspect in a criminal court case.
The person or party suing someone in a civil case is called what?
The plaintiff
What are serious crimes that result in at least one year and one day prison sentences if convicted?
Felonies
What is the word used when a juvenile is found "guilty". (They are found...)
Delinquent
What term describes settling a criminal case prior to a court trial being held?
Plea bargain
What term refers to an amount of money the defendant pays to the plaintiff in order to avoid going to civil court?
Settlement
What are less serious crimes that result in no more than one year prison sentences if convicted?
Misdemeanors
Who decides if a juvenile is "guilty" or "not guilty"
A judge
In Minnesota, do we allow capital punishment (death penalty)?
NO
Jodie, aged 32, has been convicted of a 3rd Degree Controlled Substance Crime [D6]. Six years ago she was convicted of Theft From Person [L4], and four years ago was found guilty of Theft of Controlled Substances [L3].
Severity level: D6
Criminal history score: 2
Sentences: 33 months
What happens in a civil case if the defendant wins?
The plaintiff gets nothing and must pay the court costs of the defendant.
What are the most common types of felonies being committed in the United States?
Property crimes
What is NOT allowed in the trial of a juvenile?
The media & the public
Name 2 reasons why we have the prison sentence for convicted criminals
Protect those outside of prison, punish them, prevent others in the community from committing similar crimes (serve as an example), help them re-enter society
Jonah, age 28, has been convicted of Criminal Vehicular Homicide (Death) [L8]. Within the last 10 years, he was found guilty of 2 counts of Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
Severity level: 8
Criminal history score: 1
Sentence: 58 months
What happens in a civil case if the plaintiff wins?
The plaintiff receives a “remedy” that compensates them for their loss.
Provide two examples of victimless crimes
Unauthorized gambling and recreational drug use
What are two factors that may contribute to young people turning to crime?
abuse or neglect, poverty, exposure to crime, drugs, or alcohol
Samantha, age 50, has been convicted of 2nd degree Arson [L5]. Twelve years ago she was found guilty of 2nd Degree Burglary [L5]. In addition, she has 2 gross misdemeanors and 2 petty misdemeanors within the last 10 years.
Severity level: L5
Criminal history score: 2
Sentence: 28 months