Types of Law

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These laws include more serious crimes such as felonies or less serious crimes such as misdemeanors.

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Criminal Laws

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These laws include a wide range of subjects such as personal injury, divorce, taxes, property, and employment.

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Civil Laws

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A juvenile found guilty of a crime is called a:

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delinquent

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Set of laws specifically for the U.S. military.

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UCMJ

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Set of laws specifically for the U.S. military.

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UCMJ

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A disagreement brought to the courts for a resolution

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lawsuit

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When a soldier failed to return to base after going on leave, he was charged and brought to trial for being AWOL. Options: Military Law, Juvenile Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law

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Military Law

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A man was caught on tape robbing a gas station. He was arrested, brought to trial, and found guilty of burglary. Options: Military Law, Juvenile Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law

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Criminal Law

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The Smith family has decided to adopt their foster child, Anna. They work with their state adoption agency to complete all of the necessary paperwork. Options: Military Law, Juvenile Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law

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Juvenile Law

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Julie was pulled over by the police at 2:00am and was charged with breaking the curfew law in her town. She was fined and released back to her parents. Options: Military Law, Juvenile Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law

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Juvenile Law