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Juvenile and Adult Court in Georgia

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  • Q1
    In Georgia, what is the main difference between adult court and juvenile court?
    Juvenile court has jurisdiction over cases involving adults.
    Adult court has harsher punishments than juvenile court.
    The main difference is that juvenile court focuses on rehabilitating young offenders rather than punishing them.
    There is no difference between adult court and juvenile court.
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  • Q2
    What is the age range for individuals who are typically tried in juvenile court in Georgia?
    Individuals under the age of 21 are typically tried in juvenile court in Georgia.
    Individuals over the age of 18 are typically tried in juvenile court in Georgia.
    Individuals under the age of 17 are typically tried in juvenile court in Georgia.
    Individuals under the age of 13 are typically tried in juvenile court in Georgia.
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  • Q3
    What is the purpose of adult court in Georgia?
    The purpose of adult court is to provide counseling services for offenders.
    The purpose of adult court is to provide rehabilitation for offenders.
    The purpose of adult court is to educate offenders on the consequences of their actions.
    The purpose of adult court is to hold individuals accountable for their actions through punishment.
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  • Q4
    What is the process for determining whether a young offender will be tried in adult court or juvenile court in Georgia?
    The process involves a jury trial where the decision is made by a group of peers.
    The process involves a legal waiver signed by the young offender's parent or guardian.
    The process involves a probation officer making the determination.
    The process involves a judicial waiver where a judge decides whether a case should be transferred from juvenile court to adult court based on the seriousness of the offense.
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  • Q5
    What is one of the rights of a juvenile in Georgia according to ss8CG5?
    Right to work full-time
    Right to drive
    Right to vote
    Right to remain silent
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  • Q6
    According to ss8CG5 in Georgia, what is one of the rights of a juvenile when facing legal proceedings?
    Right to skip court hearings
    Right to a free car
    Right to bring a pet to court
    Right to legal counsel
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  • Q7
    What is one of the rights of a juvenile in Georgia when interacting with law enforcement according to ss8CG5?
    Right to have a pet present
    Right to have a teacher present
    Right to have a parent or guardian present during questioning
    Right to have a celebrity present
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  • Q8
    What is the purpose of the adjudication phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?
    To determine whether the juvenile is guilty or innocent of the charges
    To file formal charges against the juvenile
    To decide on the consequences for the juvenile
    To review the case before any charges are filed
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  • Q9
    What is the purpose of the intake phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?
    To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenile
    To review the juvenile's case and determine whether formal charges should be filed
    To represent the juvenile in court
    To decide on consequences for the juvenile
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  • Q10
    What is the purpose of the disposition phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?
    To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenile
    To determine the consequences or rehabilitative measures for the juvenile
    To file formal charges against the juvenile
    To review the case before any charges are filed
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  • Q11
    What is the purpose of the arraignment phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?
    To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenile
    To decide on consequences for the juvenile
    To review the case before any formal charges are filed
    To formally notify the juvenile of the charges and allow them to enter a plea
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  • Q12
    What is the difference between unruly and delinquent acts in Georgia?
    Unruly acts are more serious than delinquent acts.
    Unruly acts result in jail time, while delinquent acts do not.
    Unruly acts are actions committed by juveniles that are not illegal, while delinquent acts are criminal offenses.
    Delinquent acts are actions committed by adults.
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  • Q13
    What is an example of an unruly act in Georgia?
    Driving under the influence.
    Robbing a store.
    Being involved in a fight at school.
    Skipping school without a valid reason.
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  • Q14
    What is an example of a delinquent act in Georgia?
    Shoplifting from a store.
    Attending school regularly.
    Participating in a charity event.
    Helping a neighbor with yard work.
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  • Q15
    What is the first step in the adult criminal justice system of Georgia?
    Sentencing
    Probation
    Arrest
    Appeal
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