The Common Law

The Common Law

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Heather Clinkenbeard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When was the Common Law developed in Britain? Options: After the Norman Invasion of 1066, During the Roman Empire, In the 20th century, After World War II

Back

After the Norman Invasion of 1066

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Common Law is a set of ______ laws based on past court decisions known as precedent.

Back

unwritten

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is true about past decisions in Common Law?

Back

Prior decisions stand (stare decisis) unless overruled by later decisions or laws

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In Common Law, lower courts follow the decisions of ______ courts.

Back

higher

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main legal system in the United States?

Back

Common law

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the common law in the United States based on?

Back

British common law

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which legal system is a mix of common and civil law in Louisiana and Puerto Rico?

Back

Common-civil law mix

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