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What are the two primary methods of enforcing racial separation in public areas?
What are the two primary methods of enforcing racial separation in public areas?
The Brown vs. Board of Education case effectively reversed the "separate but equal" doctrine from Plessy vs. Ferguson.
The Brown vs. Board of Education case effectively reversed the "separate but equal" doctrine from Plessy vs. Ferguson.
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Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
What is the definition of common law?
What is the definition of common law?
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Which of these nations is NOT considered a common law nation?
Which of these nations is NOT considered a common law nation?
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What is the primary characteristic of civil law tradition?
What is the primary characteristic of civil law tradition?
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What are the two types of crimes categorized by their inherent nature?
What are the two types of crimes categorized by their inherent nature?
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What is the name given to the legal principle that requires evidence obtained illegally to be excluded from a trial?
What is the name given to the legal principle that requires evidence obtained illegally to be excluded from a trial?
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Which of the following is NOT a recognized philosophy of punishment?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized philosophy of punishment?
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The 19th Amendment, which was ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote in the United States.
The 19th Amendment, which was ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote in the United States.
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What is the main goal of restorative justice?
What is the main goal of restorative justice?
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The ______ is a process that shapes our values and norms, often beginning within our families.
The ______ is a process that shapes our values and norms, often beginning within our families.
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Study Notes
Oppression of Minority Groups through Legislation
- Segregation laws enforced racial separation in public spaces
- Assimilation of minority groups involved integrating them into the dominant culture through legal and societal pressure
Brown v. Board of Education (1954)
- Landmark case desegrating public schools
- Overturned the "separate but equal" doctrine from Plessy v. Ferguson
Civil Rights Act (1964)
- Prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
Common Law
- Definition: Judge-made laws based on precedent
- Origin: Britain
- Common Law Nations: Canada, New Zealand
Civil Law Tradition
- Definition: A coded type of legal system
- Example: Code of Hammurabi
- Civil Law Nations: France, Germany
Chinese Socialist Law
- Characteristics: Inquisitorial legal system, adversarial elements
Meaning of Crime
- Mala in se: Crimes inherently evil (e.g., murder)
- Mala prohibita: Crimes prohibited by law
Limitations on Criminal Law
- 5 Elements of Criminal Liability: Harm, Concurrence, Actus reus (criminal act), Mens rea (criminal intent), Causation
Crime Control vs. Due Process Models
- Crime Control: Focus on justice for society
- Due Process: Focus on justice for the offender
Exigent Circumstances
- Exception to the warrant requirement when immediate action is necessary
Mapp v. Ohio
- Supreme Court case that applied the exclusionary rule to states
Criminal Procedure
- Rules on government operations during arrests and investigations
Standard of Proof
- Civil Case: Preponderance of evidence
- Criminal Case: Beyond a reasonable doubt
Tort Reform
- Changes to reduce litigation or damages in civil lawsuits
Tort Law
- Deals with civil wrongs (e.g., negligence)
Contract Law
- Requires an agreement between two parties
19th Amendment (1920)
- Granted women the right to vote
Patriarchy
- System where men hold power over women
Types of Justice
- Distributive Justice: Fair allocation of resources
- Retributive Justice: Focus on punishment
- Restorative Justice: Victim-centered, aims to repair harm
Social Change
- Inevitability of societal evolution
- Resistance to change: Profit, comfort, fear of discomfort
Administrative Law
- Part of civil law, governs regulatory agencies
Juvenile Courts
- First established in Chicago, Illinois (1899)
- Focus: Rehabilitation over punishment
Philosophies of Punishment
- Examples include deterrence, rehabilitation, retribution, incapacitation
Plea Bargaining
- Agreement between defendant and prosecutor for a lesser charge in exchange for a guilty plea
Vice Crimes
- Examples: Prostitution, gambling, drug use
Prohibition Era
- Led to increased criminality and gang activities
Age of Consent
- Legal age for individuals to consent to sexual activities; varies by jurisdiction
2nd Amendment
- Right to keep and bear arms
Feminist Jurisprudence
- Examines law from a female perspective
Juvenile Delinquency Treatment
- Best approach: Providing a stable, supportive upbringing
Socialization Process
- Begins with the family, influencing norms and values
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Explore the impact of legislation on minority groups, including landmark cases like Brown v. Board of Education and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This quiz delves into different legal traditions and the meanings of crime within the context of oppression and legal frameworks. Test your knowledge on the evolution of civil rights and legal systems.
