Understanding Law: Criminal vs Civil AKS46C&D

What is the main purpose of criminal law?

• To resolve disputes between individuals

• To punish and prevent crimes

• To create business contracts

• To regulate international trade

Which of the following best defines civil law?

• Laws that deal with crimes and punishments

• Laws that govern relationships between individuals or organizations

• Laws that regulate the military

• Laws that control government spending

What is usually the first step in the adult criminal justice process?

• Trial

• Arrest

• Sentencing

• Appeal

Which of the following is a phase in a court trial?

• Booking

• Jury selection

• Parole

• Arrest

After an arrest, what is the next step in the adult criminal justice process?

• Sentencing

• Booking

• Appeal

• Parole

Which of the following is a key difference between criminal law and civil law?

• Criminal law involves private disputes; civil law involves crimes

• Criminal law is enforced by the government; civil law is usually between individuals

• Civil law always results in jail time; criminal law does not

• Civil law is only about property; criminal law is about contracts

Arrange the following steps in the correct order for the adult criminal justice process: Arrest, Sentencing, Trial, Booking.

• Arrest, Booking, Trial, Sentencing

• Booking, Arrest, Sentencing, Trial

• Trial, Arrest, Booking, Sentencing

• Sentencing, Trial, Booking, Arrest

Which of the following best describes the role of a judge during a court trial?

• To represent the accused

• To present evidence

• To ensure the trial is fair and the law is followed

• To arrest the suspect

If someone is found guilty in a criminal trial, what is the next likely step?

• Booking

• Sentencing

• Arrest

• Appeal

Which of the following is a possible outcome in a civil law case?

• Imprisonment

• Payment of damages

• Death penalty

• Deportation