Understanding Georgia's Judicial Branch

Front

Which branch of Georgia's state government is responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice?

Back

Judicial

Front

What is the main difference between criminal law and civil law in Georgia?

Back

Criminal law deals with crimes against the state; civil law deals with disputes between individuals.

Front

Which of the following is a type of court found in Georgia? Supreme Court, Federal Court, International Court, Military Tribunal

Back

Supreme Court

Front

How are most judges selected in Georgia?

Back

Elected by voters

Front

Which court in Georgia is the highest authority for interpreting state laws?

Back

Supreme Court

Front

What is the first step in the adult criminal justice process in Georgia?

Back

Arrest

Front

Which responsibility is part of the judicial branch in Georgia? Options: Making laws, Enforcing laws, Interpreting laws, Vetoing laws

Back

Interpreting laws

Front

Which of the following best describes the dual purpose of Georgia’s judicial branch? To create and enforce laws, To interpret laws and administer justice, To collect taxes and manage budgets, To elect government officials

Back

To interpret laws and administer justice

Front

Which type of case would most likely be heard in a civil court in Georgia? A robbery case, A lawsuit over a contract, A murder trial, A burglary case

Back

A lawsuit over a contract

Front

If a person is found guilty in a Georgia trial court, what is the next step they can take if they disagree with the verdict?

Back

Appeal to a higher court