**** AG Unit 7 Part 1 American Judicial System Quiz (10pts)

What is the key difference between the criminal court system and the civil court system?

• The criminal court system deals with violations of rights, while the civil court system deals with crimes.

• The criminal court system deals with crimes, while the civil court system deals with violations of rights.

• The criminal court system only involves the government, while the civil court system involves individuals.

• The criminal court system only involves individuals, while the civil court system involves the government.

Answer explanation

The key difference between the criminal court system and the civil court system is that the criminal court system deals with crimes, while the civil court system deals with violations of rights.

Who can bring charges against someone in the criminal court system?

• Anyone who accuses someone of a crime

• The government

• The prosecution

• The defense

Answer explanation

The government is the entity that can bring charges against someone in the criminal court system.

In a civil court system, who becomes the plaintiff?

• The defense

• The government

• The person who has been wronged or violated

• The prosecution

Answer explanation

In a civil court system, the plaintiff is the person who has been wronged or violated.

What is the burden of proof in a criminal court case?

• Beyond a reasonable doubt

• Probable cause

• Preponderance of evidence

• Clear and convincing evidence

Answer explanation

The burden of proof in a criminal court case is 'Beyond a reasonable doubt', which means the evidence must be strong enough to leave no reasonable doubt of the defendant's guilt.

What is the burden of proof in a civil court case?

• Beyond a reasonable doubt

• Preponderance of evidence

• Clear and convincing evidence

• Probable cause

Answer explanation

The burden of proof in a civil court case is based on the preponderance of evidence, meaning that the evidence must show that it is more likely than not that the claim is true.

What are the punishments in a criminal court case?

• Apology and restitution

• Community service and probation

• Financial penalties only

• Incarceration and fines

Answer explanation

In a criminal court case, the punishments can include incarceration and fines.

Can civil court cases result in jail time?

• It depends on the jurisdiction

• It depends on the severity of the case

• No, only fines or legal action

• Yes, for certain crimes

Answer explanation

Civil court cases generally do not result in jail time. Instead, they typically involve fines or legal action.

What is the difference between felonies and misdemeanors?

• Felonies are more severe crimes than misdemeanors

• Misdemeanors are more severe crimes than felonies

• Felonies can result in jail time, while misdemeanors cannot

• Misdemeanors can result in jail time, while felonies cannot

Answer explanation

Felonies are more severe crimes than misdemeanors.

What is concurrent jurisdiction?

• When a case can only be tried in state court

• When a case can be tried in multiple state courts

• When a case can only be tried in federal court

• When a case can be tried in both federal and state courts

Answer explanation

Concurrent jurisdiction refers to when a case can be tried in both federal and state courts.

Who can appeal a criminal court case?

• The jury

• The defendant

• The defense

• The prosecution

Answer explanation

The defendant can appeal a criminal court case. They have the right to challenge the verdict or sentence in a higher court.