SOL Review Flashcard #17 12/16/24

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What is the main purpose of a civil case?

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To settle disagreements between two parties

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Who initiates a civil case by filing a complaint?

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The plaintiff

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What is the person seeking compensation in a civil case called?

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The plaintiff

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What are people trying to receive in civil cases?

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Damages or compensation

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Who can hear civil cases?

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Either a judge or jury

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What happens after all evidence is presented in a civil case?

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A ruling is issued

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If someone disagrees with the outcome of a civil case, what can they do?

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Appeal the case

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What is NOT typically part of a civil case? Options: Filing an appeal, Seeking compensation, Filing a complaint

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Criminal charges

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In a civil case, the two opposing parties are: Judge and jury, Lawyer and judge, Prosecutor and defender

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Plaintiff and defendant

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What must the plaintiff do to start a civil case?

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File a complaint