Georgia Judicial System Review

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The government files a case in court to punish someone (the defendant) for committing a crime. This is called a...

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Criminal Case

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A person or business sues another one because of a dispute between them, usually involving money or property. This is called a...

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Civil Case

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In a civil case, if either side cannot afford a lawyer, they must represent themselves.

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True

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In a criminal case, if the defendant cannot afford a lawyer, the court will appoint one.

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True

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In a criminal case, the defendant never has the right to a trial by jury.

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False

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What kind of crime is a minor violation of a rule, ordinance, or law, typically punished by paying a fine or community service?

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Infraction

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What kind of crime carries a potential sentence of less than one year in the county jail? Options: Felony, Misdemeanor, Infraction

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Misdemeanor

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What kind of crime typically results in a jail sentence of more than a year, served in a state or federal prison?

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Felony

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The most violent crimes are typically classified as felonies.

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True

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All court cases begin in trial courts.

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True