Virginia Civil/ Criminal and Due Process

What are the two types of conflicts resolved by courts?

(Select 2.)

• criminal

• felonies

• misdemeanors

• civil

In which type of case does a court determine whether a person accused of breaking the law is guilty or not guilty of a misdemeanor or felony?

• criminal

• federal

• civil

• state

In which type of case does a court settle a disagreement between two parties to recover damages or receive compensation?

• criminal

• federal

• civil

• state

What is the first step of procedure for a criminal case?

• The case goes to arraignment.

• The accused may be arrested if police have probable cause.

• A court date is set.

• The accused may be committed to jail or released on bail.

After a person has been arrested, the case proceeds to arraignment. What happens during arraignment?

(Select all answers that apply.)

• A grand jury is selected.

• Probable cause is reviewed.

• An attorney may be appointed for the defendant.

• A plea is entered.

• A trial date is set.

If a preliminary hearing determined that there was probable cause in a felony arrest, what happens next?

• A grand jury will determine if there is enough evidence to indict the accused.

• A grand jury will try the case.

• A trial date will be set.

What is the constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws?

• judicial review

• due process of law

• unalienable rights

• 1st Amendment freedoms

Which amendment prevents state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner?

• 10th Amendment
•  14th Amendment
• 5th Amendment 
• 1st Amendment 

The 5th Amendment prohibits the ______ government from acting in an unfair  manner. 

• State
•  County
•  National
•  Local

Which amendment  led to this decision giving citizens the right to remain silent as a result of Miranda v. Arizona?

• 14th 
• 1st
• 5th