Insurrection, Rebellion, and Treason Concepts

The video tutorial explains the differences between insurrection, sedition, treason, and rebellion, focusing on their definitions and associated punishments. Insurrection and rebellion involve acts of violence against the state, punishable by fines and imprisonment. Sedition is organized civil disorder against state authority, with penalties of up to 20 years in prison. Treason involves betraying one's country, punishable by death or imprisonment. Only the government, through the Attorney General, can file charges for these crimes.

What is the primary focus of insurrection and rebellion?

• Peaceful protests

• Violation of allegiance to one's country

• Organized civil disorder

• Acts of violence against the state or its officers

What is the maximum imprisonment term for someone involved in insurrection or rebellion?

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 20 years

• Life imprisonment

What is a consequence of being convicted of insurrection or rebellion?

• Loss of citizenship

• Inability to hold any office under the United States

• Exile from the country

• Community service

Sedition involves which of the following actions?

• Peaceful protests

• Organized civil disorder against the state

• Violation of international treaties

• Acts of violence against foreign nations

What is the maximum penalty for sedition?

• 20 years imprisonment

• Death penalty

• 10 years imprisonment

• Life imprisonment

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sedition?

• Levying war against the government

• Peaceful assembly

• Organized civil disorder

• Conspiring to overthrow the government

Treason is defined as:

• Peaceful protests

• Organized civil disorder

• Violation of allegiance to one's country

• Acts of violence against the state

What is the minimum fine for someone convicted of treason?

• $10,000

• $5,000

• $20,000

• $50,000

What is the minimum imprisonment term for treason?

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 20 years

• Life imprisonment

Who has the authority to file charges for insurrection and rebellion?

• International courts

• The federal government through the Attorney General

• State governments

• Private citizens