Unit 1 and 2

Basics of Law

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Which branch of congress has the most power in law making process?

None of them

Which branch is responsable for making laws?

Legislative Branch

Where did common law origanate and develop?

England

Law established by a court and there after refered in similar cases is called?

Precedent

Why does the legislature create administrative agencies?

To regulate activities for the public

What are rules of conduct established by the Government to maintain stability and justice?

Laws

medical reaserchers testing animals understand that they are helping thousands of people by harming a few animals which are they using?

The Greatest Good

how many judicial districts is the U.S. divided into?

Thirteen

Which term identifies the local court jusisdiction?

Limited

If a resident in one state sues a resident in another state for more than $75,000 what kind of case is it?

Divided of Citizenship

What is the first pleding field in a civil case?

Complaint

If a defendant is does not appear in court what is forfeited?

Bail

Which court handdles claims on minor debts?

Small Claims

An adult goes to court for an arraingment in what type of trial will this procedure occur?

Criminal

While on trial the person's lawyer presents their final plea in what step during a jury trial does this occur?

closing Arguments

Which phrase describes the constitutional right of an accused?

Right to refuse to testify against oneself

What are the elements of most crimes?

Criminal intent and require state of mind