Chapter 1 Street Law Quiz

Which term: the person accused of committing the

crime?

Which term: serious criminal offense punishable with more than one year in prison

Which term: less serious criminal offense punishable by sentence of one year or less in prison

In a civil case, the plaintiff wins by convincing the jury (or the judge) by overwhelming evidence.

To win a lawsuit a party must have more convincing proof evidence.

Which term: a noncriminal lawsuit brought on by a person who feels wronged or injured by another person.

Which term: the branch of law dealing with crimes and punishments

a person who brings a case against another in a court of law

a lawyer who conducts the case against a defendant in a criminal court.

Which term: lawyer

Which term: rules/regulations that give authority to the government to protect the rights of citizens