Juvenile and Adult Court in Georgia
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- Q1In 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.30s
- Q2What 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.30s
- Q3What 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.30s
- Q4What 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.30s
- Q5What is one of the rights of a juvenile in Georgia according to ss8CG5?Right to work full-timeRight to driveRight to voteRight to remain silent30s
- Q6According to ss8CG5 in Georgia, what is one of the rights of a juvenile when facing legal proceedings?Right to skip court hearingsRight to a free carRight to bring a pet to courtRight to legal counsel30s
- Q7What is one of the rights of a juvenile in Georgia when interacting with law enforcement according to ss8CG5?Right to have a pet presentRight to have a teacher presentRight to have a parent or guardian present during questioningRight to have a celebrity present30s
- Q8What 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 chargesTo file formal charges against the juvenileTo decide on the consequences for the juvenileTo review the case before any charges are filed30s
- Q9What is the purpose of the intake phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenileTo review the juvenile's case and determine whether formal charges should be filedTo represent the juvenile in courtTo decide on consequences for the juvenile30s
- Q10What is the purpose of the disposition phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenileTo determine the consequences or rehabilitative measures for the juvenileTo file formal charges against the juvenileTo review the case before any charges are filed30s
- Q11What is the purpose of the arraignment phase in the juvenile criminal process in Georgia?To determine guilt or innocence of the juvenileTo decide on consequences for the juvenileTo review the case before any formal charges are filedTo formally notify the juvenile of the charges and allow them to enter a plea30s
- Q12What 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.30s
- Q13What 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.30s
- Q14What 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.30s
- Q15What is the first step in the adult criminal justice system of Georgia?SentencingProbationArrestAppeal30s