Judicial Branch - Citizens and the Law

Fill in the blank: The dual court system consists of the federal court system and _______ state court systems.

• 25

• 50

• 75

• 100

Fill in the blank: The Magna Carta was significant because it inspired some of the _______ rights we have today.

• economic

• individual

• collective

• social

Which historical document is known for its influence on the U.S. legal system?

• Magna Carta

• Code of Hammurabi

• Declaration of Independence

• Bill of Rights

Fill in the blank: The _______ is a legal document that allows a person to challenge their detention.

• writ of certiorari

• writ of habeas corpus

• subpoena

• docket

What type of law includes procedures for a military trial and punishments?

• Civil Law

• Criminal Law

• Juvenile Law

• Military Law

Which court hears appeals from the U.S. District Courts?

• U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal

• Florida Circuit Courts

• Florida District Courts of Appeal

• Florida County Courts

Fill in the blank: _______ law is legal precedent based on customs and prior legal decisions.

• Statutory

• Constitutional

• Common

• Case

Fill in the blank: The Florida Circuit Courts hear trials on cases not assigned to the _______ courts.

• County

• District

• Supreme

• Appellate

Which of the following is a component of 'Order and Security'?

• Citizens have input in the lawmaking process.

• Police have procedures for dealing with crime.

• The government has rules for legal proceedings.

• Citizens have a way to enforce their rights.

Which statement is true about 'Procedural Fairness'?

• The government does not follow any rules.

• The rules for legal procedures are fair.

• Citizens have no way to enforce their rights.

• The judicial system treats everyone differently.