Criminal Law
Who are the two parties in a "State" criminal case?
Plaintiff (prosecution) & Defendant
When a juvenile's case is moved from children's court to adult court this is called?
A waiver
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative branch, Judicial branch, Executive branch
Another name of individual rights are?
Inalienable rights
What two historical documents make up or individual rights?
The United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights
In order to be successfully convicted of a crime, the prosecution must prove their case ___________ ___ _____________ _____________. (4-words)
Beyond a reasonable doubt
10-16 years old
When the President rejects congresses bill it is called a what?
Veto
The fourth amendment protects our rights against _______________ ________________ & _______________
Unlawful Search & Seizure
What is it called when you are in Civil Court and are asking a Judge to order someone to stop a behavior or action?
An injunction
When you opt to have your case heard just by the judge, without a jury, you will be having a what?
Bench Trial
What is it called when kids commit adult crimes?
Delinquencies
How many Supreme Court justices are currently sitting on the bench?
12
You are able to exercise your rights to freedom of speech in school as long as.......
The acronym C.H.I.P.S stands for what?
Children in need of protective services
There are two types of criminal charges, what are they?
Felonies & Misdemeanors
When a juvenile's case is moved from adult court to children's court this is called?
A reverse waiver
Who has the swing vote if the Senate is tied during a vote?
The Vice President
Imagine you are pulled over by a police officer. The police officer tells you that you did not signal on your last turn. He asks if he can search your vehicle. Let's assume you do not want him to, what do you say?
In order to prevent any branch of government from abusing their power, there are what in place?
Checks and balances
93-97% of all criminal offenses are settled by way of what?
A plea deal (plea bargain)
In state where marijuana usage is legal, what is the legal age to buy marijuana for recreational use?
21 years old
Who is the House Speaker?
Nancy Pelosi
Before police question you, they must read this to you...
Miranda warning
In order to search someone's person or property, an officer must obtain a what?