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What happens if a defendant is found guilty of a violent crime during a trial in a Georgia courtroom?

A
The defendant has to do community service.
B
The defendant has to pay money in damages.
C
The defendant goes to prison for at least ten years.
D
The defendant goes to prison for no more than five years.
3

What must happen before a law enforcement officer can arrest a suspect?

A
The suspect must appear at a preliminary hearing.
B
There must be evidence that a crime has been committed.
C
A judge must read the charges against the suspect in court.
D
The law enforcement officer must issue a ticket to the suspect.
4

Which are examples of misdemeanors? Check all that apply.

A
arson
B
assault
C
kidnapping
D
murder
E
shoplifting
F
trespassing
G
vandalism
5

What is the outcome of the sentencing phase of a criminal trial?

A
The judge chooses a punishment that fits the crime.
B
Lawyers on each side call on experts and witnesses.
C
A court reviews the case to check for any legal errors.
D
Jury members decide if the defendant is guilty or innocent.
6

What happens during the appeals process for a criminal trial?

A
The judge chooses a punishment that fits the crime.
B
Lawyers on each side call on experts and witnesses.
C
A court reviews the case to check for any legal errors.
D
Jury members decide if the defendant is guilty or innocent.
7

Which are possible punishments in a civil court case?

A
paying for damages or following court orders
B
paying fines or following court orders
C
doing time in prison or paying fines
D
serving time in prison or being put to death

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