Unit 4/5 Vocab Flashcard Review

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Judicial branch's ability to interpret law

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judicial review

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A law type handling disputes between individuals/groups

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Civil law

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Fair treatment in the judicial system; same process for all.

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Due process

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An example used to decide similar future cases.

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Precedent

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Request for a higher court to review legal errors in a lower court's case.

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Appeal

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Rights enabling citizen participation in civil and political life.

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Civil rights

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A person accused of a crime.

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Defendant

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To make someone appear guilty of a crime.

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Incrimination

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Officially charged with a crime.

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Indictment

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Authority to hear a case.

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Jurisdiction