WorksheetsEXECUTIVE & JUDICIAL
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 34mins
What is the basic role of Georgia's judges?
Interpret and apply state laws
Create state laws
Enforce state laws
How old do you have to be to become governor?
30
25
21
18
Who or what is in the executive branch?
the governor, lt. governor and state agencies
the courts
the General Assembly
the constitution
The branch of the government that executes the laws.
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Which department is responsible for the Georgia Highway Patrol?
Department of Education
Department of Transportation
Department of Economic Development
Department of Public Safety
jurisdiction
the power to issue a legal ruling
an amendment in the constitution
a legal process to make sure people are punished
a request for a review
The main purpose of the judicial branch is to interpret laws and administer justice.
True
False
Which type of crime is more serious?
Felony
Misdemeanor
The penalty in a civil cause is almost always ________.
Financial (Money)
Jail Time
Probation or Parole
Both the governor and lieutenant governor must be at least how old to be elected? How many years must they be U.S. citizens? How many years must they be Georgia residents?
30; 15; 6
30; 10; 4
25; 15; 5
25; 10; 4
What is the primary function of appellate courts?
To enforce laws
To look over judgements made by lower courts and handle appeals
To try cases for the first time
To prosecute criminal cases
What is the highest court in the state?
Court of Appeals
Supreme Court
State Court
Superior Court
How are Georgia's judges selected?
Only elected
Only appointed
Either elected or appointed
Selected by a lottery system
Who appoints juvenile court judges in Georgia?
The Governor
Local legislators
Superior court judges
State legislators
What is the main duty of the lieutenant governor?
to interpret laws
to sign bills into law
he presides over the senate
he vetos bills
What are the 4 words on the Georgia flag?
charity, economic, defense, trade
wisdom, justice, moderation, and courage
life, liberty, and the persuit of happiness
wisdom, justice, moderation, and knowledge
Introduced by a private party seeking monetary damages
Criminal Law
Civil Law
Unruly Law
Sue Law
Crimes for which the punishment is less than a year in jail are called...
Felony
Minor Crime
Misdemeanor
Major Crime
In the Criminal Justice Process, __________
is set if the crime is non-violent in nature or if the suspect is not likely to run away
Bail
Arraignment
Commitment Hearing
Preparing for Trial
In the Criminal Justice Process, what step is it when an offer is given to the defendant to say they are guilty for a lighter sentence?
Arraignment
Bail
Plea Bargain
The Trial
Robbing a bank
Mr. Kee's tree fell on his neighbor's house
Which best describes Juvenile court the best...
Deals with civil law, traffic, and limited jurisdiction
Deals with offenders under 17 years old
The highest state court: has 7 justices: original and appellate jurisdiction
Deals with wills and have exclusive jurisdiction
A young person who regularly does illegal or immoral things
Delinquent
Felony
A crime that is not very serious.
Misdemeanor
Felony
Which court is the highest in Georgia?
Superior Court
Court of Appeals
Supreme Court
State Court
What are the two main kinds of courts in Georgia?
District and Superior
Trial and Appellate
State and Federal
Supreme and Local
How is the Georgia Constitution and the U.S. Constitution similar?
both have rights.
both describe your freedoms.
both have a Bill of Rights and same structure
they are both part of the executive branch
