Law Ch. 3 Quiz

What is one method to resolve disputes privately without going to court?

• Litigate

• Negotiate a settlement privately among parties

• Ignore the dispute

• File a complaint with the police

What role does a mediator play in resolving disputes?

• Makes a binding decision

• Acts as a judge in court

• Uses an advisory third party to develop an acceptable solution

• Provides legal representation

What is the role of an arbitrator in dispute resolution?

• Provides legal advice

• Conducts an informal hearing with a binding decision

• Negotiates directly with the parties

• Acts as a witness in court

What is one of the functions of a court as mentioned in the learning material?

• Conduct elections

• Award damages (civil)

• Create laws

• Manage public funds

Which of the following is a criminal function of a court?

• Imposing taxes

• Imposing punishment

• Awarding scholarships

• Granting licenses

What is the primary role of trial courts?

• To hear appeals from lower courts

• To enforce laws

• To hear cases for the first time (original jurisdiction)

• To create laws

Who is responsible for dealing with the law in a trial court?

• Jury

• Judge

• Clerk

• Bailiff

What is the role of clerks in trial courts?

• Summon witnesses

• Deal with facts

• Enter cases on court calendar and keep records

• Enforce judgments

Who carries out judgments in the state and keeps order in trial courts?

• Marshals

• Lawyers

• Bailiffs

• Judges

What is the function of a jury in trial courts?

• Deal with law

• Summon witnesses

• Deal with facts

• Keep records