Adult and Juvenile Justice Flashcard

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Which statement BEST describes an adjudicatory hearing? Options: It is where the judge decides whether the charges are true or not., It is where the child is taken into custody., It is where the intake officer decides whether to detain a child., It is where the child is sentenced for committing a crime.

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It is where the judge decides whether the charges are true or not.

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Who makes the final decision about the fate of a delinquent child?

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juvenile court judge

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Which courts have original Jurisdiction to try cases in Georgia? Options: appellate courts, trial courts, immigration courts, kangaroo courts

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trial courts

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What is the last step in the adult process BEFORE a suspect can have their case reviewed by a higher court? Options: arraignment, indictment, sentencing, plea bargaining

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sentencing

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What is one right NOT given to juveniles during their hearings? Options: right to an attorney, right to not testify, right to face accusers, right to a jury

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right to a jury

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Which step would come first in the juvenile justice system? Options: Intake officer takes juvenile "into custody", Judge decides sentencing of juvenile

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Intake officer takes juvenile "into custody"

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What would be the BEST definition of a "plea bargain"?

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A defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge to serve less jail time.

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What is the standard for proof of guilt in a criminal case?

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beyond a reasonable doubt

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What is the standard for proof of guilt / liability in a civil case?

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preponderance of the evidence

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What Georgia system has jurisdiction over Georgians age 17 and under?

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Juvenile Justice System