Practice What Are The Different Branches Of The Legal System? (4.4)

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Question 1.
What begins a criminal case?
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Think of how police respond to crimes.
Question 2.
What type of law handles personal disputes?
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Remember the focus on individuals.
3Question 3.
What is the primary focus of criminal law?
- Disputes over contracts
- Consequences for crimes against society
- Personal injury cases
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Consider actions that threaten the community.
4Question 4.
True or False: Civil law can lead to imprisonment.
- True
- False
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Remember the outcomes of civil suits.
Question 5.
A person is found guilty of theft, and has prior convictions. Discuss the elements that lead to their sentence and how previous crimes influence the outcome.
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Consider how past behavior influences a current legal situation.
Question 6.
In a divorce case, one spouse files for civil relief. Discuss the potential outcomes and reliefs available under civil law.
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Reflect on the aspects of relationships that courts typically address.

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