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Study Guide Quiz #1 on Federalism, Stare Decisis, and Precedent
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Study Guide Quiz #1 on Federalism, Stare Decisis, and Precedent

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What is the main function of Stare Decisis in law?

  • Provides division of power
  • Ensures certainty, predictability, and stability in the law (correct)
  • Creates multiple courts of appeal
  • Grants certiorari in court cases
  • In terms of Exclusive Jurisdiction, what happens if the states have exclusive jurisdiction?

  • Federal government cannot regulate in that area (correct)
  • There is no power to legislate at all
  • Federal government takes over completely
  • States must share power with the federal government
  • What is the role of Precedent in legal decisions?

  • Divides power between federal and state governments
  • Grants certiorari in court cases
  • Allows for multiple courts of appeal
  • Ensures that decisions are binding on future courts (correct)
  • How does Concurrent Jurisdiction differ from Exclusive Jurisdiction?

    <p>Allows both federal and state governments to regulate the same acts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the powers delegated to Congress by the Constitution?

    <p>Regulate interstate and foreign affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of Mens Rea in criminal law?

    <p>The state of mind required to be criminally liable for certain acts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Actus Reus in relation to criminal law?

    <p>The physical part of the crime prohibited by statute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the goals of modern criminal law regarding rape?

    <p>Gender-neutral definition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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