Georgia Judicial System Review
Authored by Kimberly Davis
Social Studies
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The government files a case in court to punish someone (the defendant) for committing a crime. This is called a...
Criminal Case
Civil Case
Practical Case
Government Case
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A person or business sues another one because of a dispute between them, usually involving money or property. This is called a...
Criminal Case
Civil Case
Practical Case
Government Case
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a civil case, if either side cannot afford a lawyer, they must represent themselves.
True
False
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a criminal case, if the defendant cannot afford a lawyer, the court will appoint one.
True
False
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a criminal case, the defendant never has the right to a trial by jury.
True
False
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What kind of crime is a minor violation of a rule, ordinance, or law, typically punished by paying a fine or community service?
Felony
Misdemeanor
Infraction
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What kind of crime carries a potential sentence of less than one year in the county jail?
Felony
Misdemeanor
Infraction
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