Unit 4 - The Judicial System

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Judicial Review

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the power of a court to adjudicate the constitutionality of the laws of a government or the acts of a government official

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Warrant

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a document issued by a judge authorizing an officer to make an arrest, a seizure, or a search

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Plaintiff

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a person who brings a legal action

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Defendant

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someone who is being sued or accused of committing a crime

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Juvenile

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of or relating to young people who have committed or are accused of committing a criminal offense

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District Attorney

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lawyer who acts as attorney for the people or government within a specified district

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Verdict

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a judgment; decision

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Appeal

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a legal proceeding by which a case is brought before a higher court for review of the decision of a lower court

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Civil

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relating to private rights and to remedies sought by action or suit distinct from criminal proceedings

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Criminal

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relating to crime or to the prosecution of suspects in a crime