What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
Interpret the Law
What is the role of the Executive Branch?
To Enforce the Laws
What is the role of the Legislative Branch?
To Create Laws/Bills
In order to qualify to become Gov./Lt. Gov. You must be _____ years of age
30
In order for a bill to be passed it needs a _____ vote
Majority
What is a minor crime called?
Misdemeanors
Who is the current Governor of Georgia?
Brian Kemp
What are the two parts of Georgia's Legislative Branch?
Senate and House of Representatives
What is the age required for the House of Representatives?
21
Who does the bill go to if it passes?
The Governor
What are the two types of Law?
Civil and Criminal
Who is the current Lt. Governor of Georgia?
Geoff Duncan
How long are terms in the Georgia Assembly and how many terms can be served?
2 year terms, and no limit on number of terms
What is the age required for the Senate?
25
After a bill is introduced, but before it is voted on… What happens?
The bill is referred to a committee and the committee will report back with a recommendation about the bill
In court, the people defending and accusing are who?
Plaintiff and Defendant
How long are terms For governors and how many times can they run?
4 year terms, and 2 terms limit
When are elections held for the Georgia Assembly?
In November of even-numbered years
In order to run for Governor you must be a U.S citizen for ____ years
15
What are the Governor's options after he receives a bill?
1. Sign the bill
2. Ignore the bill
3. Veto the bill
What is the highest position in the Supreme Court?
Chief Justice
In order to run for Governor you must be a GA resident for ______ years
6
What is the title of leader of the House of Representatives?
Speaker of House
In order to run for Governor you must be a Resident of the District for ____ years
1
If a bill is vetoed by the president it needs a ____ majority vote
2/3