Legal Principles Quiz

What is the legal principle that assumes a defendant is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt?

• Burden of Proof

• Presumption of Innocence

• Acquittal

• Reasonable Doubt

What is a prejudice or preconceived opinion that may prevent impartial judgment in a case?

• Bias

• Verdict

• Testimony

• Subpoena

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Who is responsible for presenting the case against the defendant in a criminal trial?

• Defense

• Prosecutor

• Witness

• Judge

What is the term for the highest standard of proof required in a criminal trial?

• Probable Cause

• Reasonable Doubt

• Plea Bargain

• Acquittal

What is the legal judgment that officially clears a defendant of criminal charges?

• Conviction

• Indictment

• Acquittal

• Arraignment

What is the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, sometimes requiring money as security?

• Probation

• Bail

• Subpoena

• Warrant

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is a formal declaration that a person is guilty of a criminal offense?

• Acquittal

• Conviction

• Indictment

• Plea Bargain

What is the legal requirement that the government must respect all legal rights owed to a person?

• Due Process

• Probation

• Plea Bargain

• Subpoena

What is a serious crime, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or death?

• Misdemeanor

• Felony

• Probation

• Testimony

What is a lesser crime punishable by a fine or imprisonment for less than one year?

• Felony

• Misdemeanor

• Indictment

• Conviction