Legal Vocabulary Quiz

What does the verb "commit" mean?

• To do something right

• To do something wrong

• To plan something

• To avoid something

What is the meaning of "juvenile" as an adjective?

• Relating to adults

• Relating to youth

• Relating to seniors

• Relating to infants

What is a "misdemeanor"?

• A serious crime

• A crime that is not too serious

• A civil offense

• A traffic violation

Who is an "offender"?

• Someone who is innocent

• Someone who is guilty of a crime

• Someone who is a witness

• Someone who is a victim

What does "prosecution" refer to?

• The process of defending someone

• The process after being accused of a crime

• The process of arresting someone

• The process of sentencing someone

What is a "sentence" in legal terms?

• A statement made in court

• Punishment given to someone for a crime

• A legal document

• A court hearing

What does "impartial" mean?

• Biased

• Unfair

• Able to be fair and not directly involved

• Prejudiced

What does "initially" mean?

• At the end

• In the middle

• At the beginning

• After completion

What does "significantly" mean?

• In a minor way

• In an important way

• In a confusing way

• In a simple way

What is an "initiative"?

• A new plan

• An old method

• A failed attempt

• A routine task