Courts Exam 1 Review

Which of the following was NOT discussed in class as a primary purpose of criminal law?

• Protect public from harm

• Provide guidance for due process

• Punish those who commit harmful acts

• Forbid conduct that may lead to harm

Which element of criminal liability is best described as the union between the criminal act and criminal intent?

• Actus Reus

• Harm

• Concurrence

• Causation

Which of the following is NOT a category of civil law?

• Tort

• Family

• International

• Property

Only 3 of the 5 elements of criminal liability must be established in court.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of the Supreme Court as discussed in class?

• Resolve suits between the U.S. and a foreign country

• Resolve conflicting opinions from lower courts

• Resolve disputes between states

• Resolve constitutional questions

Which of the following is NOT true about Courts of General Jurisdiction?

• They have discretionary jurisdiction

• They are the main trial court for criminal matters

• They are the main trial court for civil matters

• Also known as district courts

The individual rights that are afforded by the 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th amendment apply to civil and criminal law.

• True

• False

Which of the following best describes the two roles of the courts in the criminal justice system?

• Oversight & punishment

• Protection & adjudication

• Adjudication & oversight

• Protection & punishment

Which Constitutional amendment involves an individual’s right to a trial by an impartial jury and a speedy trial?

• 1st

• 4th

• 5th

• 6th

The rights outlined in the Bill of Rights are the only Rights an individual has

• True

• False