Which of the following can be used as a penalty in a civil case?a.Four years in prisonb.The death penaltyc.$40,000 fined.One and a half years in prison
If you are accused of a criminal act, you can substantially lower your legal costs by _____. a. Threatening your lawyer b. Accepting a public defender c. Hiring a private attorney. d. Lying to your lawyer about your guilt Please select the best answer from the choices provided
In a criminal case, the state’s case is represented by the _____.a.Public defenderb.Judgec.Prosecutord.None of the above
The process of bringing a complaint and filing an answer is known as the _____.a.Trialsb.Coercionsc.Pleadingsd.Counterclaim
Most serious violent crimes are considered _____.a.Feloniesb.Misdemeanorsc.Blue-collar crimesd.White-collar crimes
While crossing the street, Cosette is hit by Jean’s car. Cosette is severely injured and is sent to the hospital. Police charge Jean with reckless driving What kind of court will this matter be tried in?a.Civil courtb.Criminal courtc.Appellate courtd.Kangaroo court
George works in an office where smoking is allowed. George develops lung cancer and sues his company, Lennie L.L.C., for hazardous work conditions. What kind of court will this matter be tried in?a.Civil courtb.Criminal courtc.Appellate courtd.Kangaroo court
When the government charges an individual with committing a crime, it falls under _____.a.Criminal lawb.Civil lawc.Critical lawd.Civilian law
When meeting a candidate to become your lawyer for the first time, it is important to _____.a.Ask for a guarantee that you are going to win your caseb.Haggle with the attorney for lower feesc.Ask questions to help you determine their competenced.Notice how many people work at their office
The branch of government that interprets the laws is the _____.a.Judicial branchb.Legislative branchc.Executive branchd.Fourth Estate
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