What is the primary role of Georgia's Judicial Branch?

Georgia's Judicial Systems Quiz

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Tiffany George
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To make laws
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To amend the Constitution
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a key difference between the juvenile and adult justice systems in Georgia?
Adults are considered innocent until proven guilty, but juveniles are not.
Juveniles have the right to a trial by jury, but adults do not.
Juvenile proceedings are typically more private than adult proceedings.
Adults can be tried for unruly behavior, but juveniles cannot.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In Georgia, civil court cases typically involve:
Violations of criminal law
Disputes between individuals or entities over rights, obligations, or damages
Prosecution of individuals under the age of 18
Appeals of criminal convictions
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes delinquent juvenile behavior?
Behavior that would not be considered a crime if committed by an adult
Behavior that is considered a crime when committed by anyone, regardless of age
Behavior that is only considered a crime when committed by juveniles
Legal behavior that is only frowned upon when performed by juveniles
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Unruly juvenile behavior is defined as:
Actions that are illegal regardless of the perpetrator's age
Actions that are only illegal if performed by adults
Actions that would not be considered offenses if committed by an adult
Actions that are considered highly ethical and moral
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is the first step in the adult criminal justice process in Georgia?
Sentencing
Arrest
Trial
Indictment
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in the juvenile criminal justice process in Georgia?
Detention
Intake
Adjudication
Disposition
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