Final Flashcards
What is the supreme law of the land of the United States?
The U.S. Constitution.
Where did the term common law come from?
England.
What are ethics?
Deciding what is right or wrong action in a reasoned, impartial manner.
How does a case get to the appellate level? To the IL Supreme Court? To the U.S. Supreme Court?
Trial Court->Appellate Court->State Supreme Court->U.S-> Supreme Court
What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
Felony: -At least 1 year in prison -Fine around $1000 -Serious Misdemeanor: -Less than 1 year in prison. -Less serious. -Most likely probation or supervision for a certain period of time.
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Murder
Felony
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Burglary
Felony
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-DUI
Misdemeanor
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Shoplifting (less than $100)
Misdemeanor
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Robbery
Felony
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Arson
Felony
Felony or Misdemeanor?
-Using a fake ID.
Misdemeanor
What is assault?
Threat.
What is battery?
Physical torturing.
What is a tort?
Private or civil wrong.
What is a crime?
Offense against society.