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Which principle ensures fairness in legal proceedings, requiring the government to respect all legal rights owed to a person?
Which principle ensures fairness in legal proceedings, requiring the government to respect all legal rights owed to a person?
- Social Justice
- Civil Justice
- Due Process (correct)
- Probable Cause
What legal standard is required for law enforcement to obtain a warrant, demonstrating a reasonable belief that a crime has been committed?
What legal standard is required for law enforcement to obtain a warrant, demonstrating a reasonable belief that a crime has been committed?
- Civil Justice
- Probable Cause (correct)
- Social Justice
- Arraignment
Which of the following is the primary purpose of bail in the criminal justice system?
Which of the following is the primary purpose of bail in the criminal justice system?
- To ensure the defendant appears in court. (correct)
- To determine guilt or innocence.
- To provide compensation to victims.
- To punish the accused before trial.
At which stage of the criminal justice process does a defendant enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest?
At which stage of the criminal justice process does a defendant enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest?
Which of the following options is most closely related to the fair and equitable treatment of all individuals and groups within a society?
Which of the following options is most closely related to the fair and equitable treatment of all individuals and groups within a society?
Which legal document authorizes law enforcement to conduct a search or make an arrest?
Which legal document authorizes law enforcement to conduct a search or make an arrest?
In the context of criminal justice, what does 'individual rights' primarily refer to?
In the context of criminal justice, what does 'individual rights' primarily refer to?
What is the main purpose of a preliminary hearing?
What is the main purpose of a preliminary hearing?
How does 'civil justice' differ from 'criminal justice'?
How does 'civil justice' differ from 'criminal justice'?
Which term describes an act committed in violation of the law where there is a punishment upon conviction?
Which term describes an act committed in violation of the law where there is a punishment upon conviction?
Flashcards
Probable Cause
Probable Cause
Reasonable grounds for making a search, seizure, or arrest.
Warrant
Warrant
A document issued by a legal official authorizing an officer to make an arrest, search premises, etc.
Arraignment
Arraignment
A formal reading of the charges against the defendant.
Social Justice
Social Justice
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Bail
Bail
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Due Process
Due Process
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Individual Rights
Individual Rights
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Preliminary Hearing
Preliminary Hearing
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Crime
Crime
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Justice
Justice
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Study Notes
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Probable Cause
- Standard for legal justification to make an arrest, conduct a search, or obtain a warrant
- Requires enough facts to lead a reasonable person to believe a crime has been committed
- More than a hunch, less than absolute certainty
- Varies depending on the circumstances
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Criminal Justice
- System comprising law enforcement, courts, and corrections
- Aims to enforce laws, adjudicate guilt, and rehabilitate offenders
- Addresses actions classified as crimes against society.
- Seeks to maintain public order and safety
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Warrant
- Legal document issued by a judge or magistrate
- Authorizes law enforcement to conduct a search, seizure, or arrest
- Requires probable cause, detailed description of place to be searched or person to be seized
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Arraignment
- Formal court proceeding where defendant is informed of charges
- Defendant enters a plea (guilty, not guilty, no contest)
- Sets stage for further legal proceedings
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Social Justice
- Focuses on fair and equitable distribution of resources and opportunities
- Addresses systemic inequalities and injustices within society
- Concerned with human rights and equal treatment
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Bail
- Conditional release of a defendant from custody pending trial
- Ensures defendant's appearance in court
- Amount set considers flight risk, public safety, and severity of the crime
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Due Process
- Constitutional guarantee of fairness in legal proceedings
- Protects individual rights from arbitrary government action
- Includes notice, opportunity to be heard, and impartial decision-making
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Individual Rights
- Fundamental liberties and protections guaranteed to individuals
- Often enshrined in constitutions and legal documents
- Includes freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures
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Preliminary Hearing
- Court proceeding to determine if there's enough evidence to require a trial
- Prosecution presents evidence to establish probable cause
- Judge decides if case should proceed to trial
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Crime
- An act or omission prohibited by law
- Punishable by fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions
- Classified based on severity (felonies, misdemeanors)
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Justice
- Principle of fairness and moral rightness in society
- Upholding laws, protecting rights, and redressing wrongs
- Seeks equitable outcomes for all individuals
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Civil Justice
- System for resolving disputes between individuals or organizations
- Involves lawsuits, legal claims, and remedies for harm
- Focuses on compensation rather than criminal punishment
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