1. Government Test changed to April 17th
Wednesday, March 27th
Agenda:
Warm Up:
Review
Court Notes
Hmwk: Read pgs
Government Test changed to April 17th
Judicial Quiz 4/10
Get out ONE sheet of paper.
Draw a Venn Diagram on each side:
Compare and contrast Civil v Criminal cases on side ONE.
Compare and contrast Felony v Misdemeanor on side TWO.

2. Judicial Branch Vocabulary Frayer Debrief

3. Legal steps that ensure fair treatment under the law
Definition:
Legal steps that ensure fair treatment under the law
Sentence: The U.S. Constitution guarantees all citizens are provided with due process in the judicial system.
Due process
Examples:
-right to an attorney
-charges explained
-to call witnesses
-cross examination
-speak in court
-Trial before a jury
Non-Examples:
Searched without a warrant
Searched without probable cause
No defense attorney
No witnesses called
No opportunity to cross-examine

4. The jurisdiction of juvenile court is minors under the age of 17.
Definition:
the authority of a court to decide a case (types of cases each court hears)
Sentence:
The jurisdiction of juvenile court is minors under the age of 17.
Jurisdiction
Examples:
Juvenile = under 17
Probate = wills and estates
Magistrate = cases up to $15k
Non-Examples:

5. Definition:
Group of citizens chosen to hear the evidence in a legal case and make decisions based on that evidence
Sentence:
The members of the jury were carefully selected by the defense to provide a favorable outcome for the for their client.
Jury
Examples:
-Jury trial
-Grand Jury
Non-Examples:
Juvenile Courts

6. Appeal Definition: To take a case to a higher court for a rehearing
Sentence:
After being sentenced to death, the man filed an appeal on the grounds of jury tampering.
Appeal
Examples:
-new evidence
-mishandling of evidence
-jury tampering
-due process was not given
Non-Examples:

7. If a law has been broken, the case becomes a criminal law case.
Definition:
A law that protects society by making certain actions illegal
Sentence:
If a law has been broken, the case becomes a criminal law case.
Criminal Law
Examples:
Embezzlement
Murder
Kidnapping
Burglary
Non-Examples:
Small claims court
Family disputes
Neighbor disputes
McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case

8. Definition:
A law that deals with the relationships between and among individuals
Characteristics:
When my neighbor’s dog bite me, I sued him in civil court to pay for my doctor bills.
Civil Law
Examples:
-McDonald’s hot coffee
-neighbor disputes
-defamation of character
-slander
-breach of contract
-child support
-lawsuit
Non-Examples:
Murder case
Burglary
Assault
Traffic Violations

9. If you commit a crime, you may have to serve jail time.
Definition:
A serious offence regarded as an injury to society
Sentence:
If you commit a crime, you may have to serve jail time.
Crime
Examples:
-speeding
-robbery
-assault
-drug use
-trespassing
Non-Examples:
Being annoying
Cheating on a test
Lying

10. The plaintiff was suing his employer for wrongful termination.
Definition:
One who has a “right of action” against a wrongdoer in a civil case
Sentence:
The plaintiff was suing his employer for wrongful termination.
Plaintiff
Examples:
-Accuser of wrongdoing
-People’s Court
-Judge Judy
-Civil Cases
Non-Examples:
Defendant
Criminal Cases

11. The defendant was being charged with stealing money from her employer.
Definition:
A person accused of a crime or a person being sued in a civil action
Sentence:
The defendant was being charged with stealing money from her employer.
Defendant
Examples:
-People’s Court
-Judge Judy
-Criminal Cases
-Civil Cases
Non-Examples:
Plaintiff

12. The suspect was charged with a capital felony for committing murder.
Definition:
a crime that is punishable by
death
Sentence:
The suspect was charged with a capital felony for committing murder.
Capital Felony
Examples:
Murder
Human trafficking
Severe child abuse
Acts of terrorism
Non-Examples:
Burglary
Battery/assault
Speeding
Money laundering

13. The boy was charged with a misdemeanor when he stole a pack of gum.
Definition:
a less serious crime that is punishable by less than a year in prison, a fine or both.
Sentence:
The boy was charged with a misdemeanor when he stole a pack of gum.
Misdemeanor
Examples:
Minor traffic violations
Shop-lifting
Vandalism
Threatening
Trespassing
Simple battery
Non-Examples:
Murder
Armed robbery
Kidnapping
Rape

14. Definition:
a serious crime such as murder or burglary punishable by time in prison
Sentence:
It is often difficult to find employment when you have been charged with a felony.
Felony
Examples:
Murder
Armed robbery
Kidnapping
Rape
Auto theft
Non-Examples:
Traffic violations
Shop-lifting
Vandalism
Threatening
Trespassing
Simple battery

15. Grand Jury Definition:
a group of citizens who examine a case and evidence to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to charge a suspect with a crime
Sentence :
The grand jury determined there was enough evidence to indict the suspect.
Grand Jury
Examples:
Criminal case
Pretrial
Arraignment
Non-Examples:
Trial
Trial jury
Civil proceedings
No verdict of guilt or innocence

16. Indictment Definition:
a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
Sentence:
The grand jury found there was enough evidence to indict the suspect.
Indictment
Examples:
Criminal cases
Formal charges
arraignment
Non-Examples:
Civil cases
Sentencing

17. At his arraignment, the defendant entered a plea of not guilty.
Definition:
To go before a superior court judge who reads the charges against the suspect
Sentence:
At his arraignment, the defendant entered a plea of not guilty.
Arraign
Examples:
-indictment
-accusation
-prosecution
-charge
-summons
-citation
Non-Examples:

18. The defendant entered a plea of not guilty at his arraignment.
Definition:
An accused person’s formal response of “guilty” or “not guilty” to a criminal charge.
Sentence:
The defendant entered a plea of not guilty at his arraignment.
Plea
Examples:
-guilt
-not guilty
-no contest
Non-Examples:

19. Verdict Definition: the decision in a legal case Characteristics:
The jury read the verdict of not guilty after three days of deliberation.
Verdict
Examples:
Guilty
Not guilty
Deadlock
Non Examples

20. Definition:
An injury or wrong done to a person that can be compensated with the payment of money (damages)
Characteristics:
Tort
Examples:
Civil Case
Non-Examples:
Criminal