12 Questions
What are some of the ethical character traits identified in the legal system?
Honesty, integrity, compassion, and respect
Why do law and ethics sometimes conflict?
Because ethical principles may differ from legal requirements
What is the difference between local, state, and federal government in terms of their powers and limitations?
Federal government has power over all other levels of government
How does a bill become a statute under federal law?
By passing through both houses of Congress and receiving presidential approval
Which types of courts are typically distinguished within the legal system?
Superior courts and inferior courts
What is the main distinction between criminal, civil, and business law?
The severity of the punishment imposed for violations
What is the relationship between law and ethics?
They sometimes conflict due to differing moral standards
Which of the following is NOT an ethical character trait identified in the legal system?
Pride
How does statutory law come into existence under federal law?
Through the legislative process
Which of the following is NOT classified as a crime based on its severity of punishment?
J-Walking
What distinguishes negligence per se from other forms of negligence?
It involves violation of a statute or regulation
Which term refers to the tort of intentionally causing someone to be confined against their will?
False imprisonment
Test your knowledge on ethical character traits, the relationship between law and ethics, government structures, statutory law, and the impact of laws on individuals. Explore topics like conflict between law and ethics, government powers and limitations, and the process of making a bill into a statute under federal law.
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