16 Questions
What is the primary role of a prosecutor?
Collaborate with the police to prove someone guilty
In a civil case, how much evidence is typically required to prove someone guilty?
A little more than 50%
Which of the following is NOT one of the Perspectives of Law mentioned?
Treaties
What type of exchange is required for a contract to be valid?
Mutual exchange
What is one of the general functions of a Constitution?
Establishes the structure of government
When can the court intervene in a situation involving a gift?
If the gift leads to a detrimental decision in someone's life
What is the function of the Chief Executive (the president) according to the text?
Enforce or execute the law
Which type of law originates from judges deciding cases and following precedent?
Common law
In which order of precedence are the following legal sources arranged according to the text?
Constitution, Statutes, Common Law
What is the purpose of Equity in law as mentioned in the text?
To apply remedies when the legal system falls short
Which type of law is created by court orders forbidding certain actions?
Equity Law
What is the highest form of law according to the text?
Constitution
What type of laws are enacted by Congress or State Legislatures and are stated in statute books or codes?
Statutes
What are ordinances as defined in the text?
Enacted rules by subordinate units like counties or municipalities
What is the purpose of a treaty according to the text?
Make agreements between Presidents and foreign governments
What is the role of Restatements in legal systems as mentioned in the text?
Compiling common laws into a structured format
Explore the roles of prosecutors and plaintiffs in the legal system, along with the four perspectives of law: Constitutions, Statutes, Common Law, and Equity. Understand the burden of proof in criminal and civil cases and the requirements for contracts to be valid.
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