Exam 1_ Version 4 Quiz

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Legal Knowledge Quiz

Test your understanding of legal concepts and principles with our engaging quiz! This quiz covers key areas of law, including rights, statutes, and the differences between crimes and torts.

  • 24 thought-provoking questions
  • Multiple choice and checkbox format
  • Perfect for students and law enthusiasts
24 Questions6 MinutesCreated by LearningLaw101
____________________system is used to ensure no branch has power over another.
Continuation
Summons
Appeal
Checks and Balances
Which clause of the First Amendment applies when the government shows favoritism to a religious sect?
Establishment Clause
Newcomer's Clause
Safe Haven Clause
None of the above
Which of the following is classified as Unprotected Speech (select all that apply)
Fighting words
Advocacy for imminent lawless action
Expression creating clear and present danger
True threats
All of the above
During an animal rights protest, a protestor yells, "Let's beat up the scientist NOW!" This is an example of unprotected speech?
True
False
Under which amendment does the defendant have the right to know the charges brought against him?
1st
6th
4th
8th
According to the 5th Amendment, generally an accused, cannot be compelled by law enforcement to provide incriminating evidence.
True
False
A venue is described as :
Trials shall be held in the state and district where the crime was committed.
Suspect's dwelling
Person to person contact at the police station
None of the above
It is described as a CRIME when it is:
A private wrong
A plead
Separate days
A public wrong
It is described as a TORT when it is:
A private wrong
A public wrong
A plead
None of the above
A police officer is in a physical altercation with a man his wife is having an affair with. He is screaming "I'm a cop, I could kill you!", repeatedly. Is he acting Under Color of Law?
YES
NO
The burden of proof for a CRIME is based on :
The prepondurance of the evidence
Beyond reasonable doubt
Summons review
The LEO
The burden of proof for a TORT is based on :
Beyond reasonable doubt
Summons review
The LEO
The preponderance of the evidence
The outcome of a CRIME is a fine, imprisonment or both.
True
False
In a CRIME, the defendant is ____________.
Prosecuted
Sued
Pardoned from financial debts
None of the above
The outcome of a TORT can be damages (money) or injunction.
False
True
_______________ helps prove the intent.
LEO
Judge
Motive
Penalty
Although ALL killings are unlawful, the Government distinguishes between degrees of crime by ____________.
The LEO
Summons
Mental state
None of the above
A _______________ is an offense punishable by no more than a year in prison.
Summons
Felony
Injuction
Misdemeanor
What are the 3 parts of a criminal statue? (check all that apply)
Penalty
Criminal act
Intent
Witnesses
In a TORT, the defendant is ____________.
Put to death
Prosecuted
Sued
None of the above
Hate Crimes are an exception to motive.
True
False
Under the Criminal Statue, the penalty is the ____________.
Criminal complaint
Punishment
Bribery
None of the above
The Government is not typically required to prove the defendant’s motive.
True
False
A __________________ is a crime punishable by more than one year in prison (more than 365 days)
Misdemeanor
Felony
Injunction
Summons
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