1. HSA Review:
Criminal Law

2. Answer in a complete sentence
Success Criteria 5/8/2017
1.We can identify the definition of Criminal Law. 
2.We can compare and contrast steps in criminal law process.
3.We can analyze the steps in the criminal law process.
4.We can evaluate the use of plea bargains by writing arguments.
Answer in a complete sentence
What is the difference between a felony & misdemeanor? 
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4. HSA Review Unit 4 – Rights & Responsibilities
Today we will look at Criminal Law

5. Criminal Law
The investigation and prosecution of crimes.
Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The gov’t must prove you DID it, instead of you proving you did not do it.

6. Elements of Criminal Law
Grand Jury
Group of people who analyze the evidence gathered against an individual and decide whether or not there is enough evidence to charge someone
Indictment
Formal charges brought against an individual from the grand jury

7. Elements of Criminal Law
Prosecutor
Lawyer representing the gov’t who is trying to put the accused in jail for as long as possible
Defense
Lawyer representing the accused who is trying to keep them out of jail

8. Elements of Criminal Law
Public defender
Lawyer issued by the gov’t for those who can not afford one on their own
Subpoena
A formal request for someone to testify in court. Individuals have information that may be helpful for either side

9. Elements of Criminal Law
Habeas corpus
The idea that the gov’t must tell someone why they are being arrested as well as the charges that are brought against them.
President can suspend habeas corpus only during wartime

10. Elements of Criminal Law
Petit jury
Group of 12 people who listen to the evidence provided and decide the verdict
Verdict
Decision of whether the person is acquitted (innocent) or convicted (guilty)

11. Elements of Criminal Law
Plea bargain
Negotiation between the prosecution and defense to agree to plead guilty in exchange for less years.
Advantages: Much cheaper, less years
Disadvantages: Less years, no chance to prove innocence

12. Civil Rights Folder Pass
Read the paper presented and answer the questions on your note sheet. This is a GROUP activity, so you must work together! Do not talk to people at other tables!!

13. Quick /1/2017
The exclusionary rule states that prosecutors may not use illegally obtained evidence in court. Do the advantages of the rule outweigh the disadvantages? Explain why or why not.

14. Quick /3/2017
“Identify and explain TWO pieces of Civil Rights legislation we discussed today. Why were they passed? Do you think these laws are necessary? Why or why not?