Purpose of Law
These two things laws protect to keep society safe.
People and their property
This source of law is based on moral principles believed to come from nature.
Natural Law
What is a jury?
This group makes the final decision, or verdict, in a court case.
This is the first step in the trial process.
Opening Statements
What is the difference between civil and criminal law?
Civil is between people. Criminal is when you break a law.
Laws protect _________ of individuals, ensuring fairness.
Rights
Law from laws (statutes) passed by legislative bodies are called this.
Statutory Law
What are the possible verdicts from the jury?
Guilty, or not guilty
What is a plaintiff? What is a defendant?
Plaintiff is the person who is accusing. Defendant is the accused.
An arrest happens in what type of case? A complaint is filed in what type of case?
Arrest- criminal
Complaint- civil
What is a dispute?
A disagreement between citizens
Laws created through court decisions form these two related types.
Common/Case Law
What are the 6 qualifications to be a juror?
US Citizen, Legal Adult (18,) live in district, understand English, physically and mentally capable, and not a convicted felon
The final decision in a case is known as ____________ AND is given by the __________.
Verdict; Jury
What are damages and which type of case are they given?
Money; civil cases
What does promote the general welfare mean?
To protect the common good, to make sure everyone is good
This source of law is based on moral principles believed to come from nature AND which philosopher did created it
Natural Law & John Locke
Which amendment gives us the right to a trial by jury in a criminal case?
6th Amendment
Name the four trial process steps in order.
Opening Statements, Testimony of Witnesses, Closing Arguments, Jury Deliberations & Verdict
*not in Outline Review*
To be acquitted means what?
Found not guilty
Name the three historical law principles that influenced America’s constitutional republic.
Rule of Law, Justice, and Personal Responsibility
Which type of law was addressed in 12 Angry Men?
Criminal Law
*Not in Outline Review*
What is the difference between a grand jury & and trial jury?
Grand jury is before the trial to decide if there is enough evidence for a trial. Trial jury is during the trial to decide the verdict.
What is pre-trial discovery?
When they go through all the facts and evidence for the case. Both sides have to turn in all evidence to each other to prepare for the case.
What is a hung jury AND what is a mistrial?
Hung jury- the jury couldn't reach an unanimous decision. Mistrial- there was a mistake during the trial. So it's cancelled.