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Constitutional
Civil
Criminal
100
Law for people in the armed forces

Military Law

100
requirements to be a law
has to follow the US constitution
100
why are there more civil laws that people have to obey than criminal laws
wider range of subjects
100
If you broke a criminal law that means you just committed a _____
crime
200

The first document with written laws and consequences?

Hammurabi's Code

200
What obstacles does the potential law encounter
has to pass through the US and state constitutions
200

Are there juries in Civil Court?

yes

200
Touching someone without their permission is a crime. T or F
True
300

US constitution gives _______ the power to make laws

Congress

300
Who is required to obey the statutes Congress passes
entire United States
300
What do civil laws help settle
arguments between people
300
Which three levels of government are laws found
federal state and local
400

How did the magna carta influence the Constitution?

establishing principles of limited government, due process, and individual rights

400
state constitutions cannot ______
violate the the US constitution
400
According to the 7th amendment you are entitle to what in a civil trial
jury
400

Who decides if someone is guilty?

The Jury

500

What is "due process"?

standards to follow when someone is accused of a crime

500
Give an example of constitutional law
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500
Give an example of a civil trial (excluding Judge Judy)
divorce, custody
500
What are your 6th amendment rights regarding criminal trials
due process, legal counsel, and speedy jury trial