Question 1

Match the Amendments

Question 2

Self Defense is never a valid defense

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 3

Which of the following burdens of proof is known to be the highest standard and only used in criminal cases?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

Answer

Probable Cause

Answer

Probable Cause

Answer

Preponderance of the Evidence

Question 4

Which source of law derives its authority from the legislative branch of government?

Accepted Answer

Statutory law

Answer

Customary law

Answer

Case law

Answer

Administrative law

Question 5

Criminal law and civil law use different burdens of proof

Accepted Answer

true

Answer

false

Question 6

Malum in se refers to acts that are inherently:

Accepted Answer

Immoral or evil

Answer

Prohibited by law

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Socially unacceptable

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Unintentional or accidental

Question 7

Please match the following.

Question 8

How does the burden of proof differ between criminal law and civil law cases in the American judicial system?

Accepted Answer

In criminal law, the burden of proof is "beyond a reasonable doubt," while in civil law, it is "preponderance of the evidence."

Answer

In both criminal and civil law, the burden of proof is "beyond a reasonable doubt."

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In both criminal and civil law, the burden of proof is "preponderance of the evidence."

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In criminal law, the burden of proof is "preponderance of the evidence," while in civil law, it is "clear and convincing evidence."

Question 9

Which purpose of punishment focuses on reforming offenders and reintegrating them back into society?

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation

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Incapacitation

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Deterrence

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Retribution

Question 10

The 4th Amendment protects all those in the US against illegal searches and seizures.

Accepted Answer

true

Answer

false

Question 11

How does the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights protect individual rights?

Accepted Answer

It guarantees freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

Answer

It guarantees the right to a fair trial and jury.

Question 12

Actus reus focuses on:

Accepted Answer

The physical act or conduct that constitutes a crime

Answer

The burden of proof in criminal proceedings

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The mental state or intent behind the criminal act

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The availability of defenses in a criminal case

Question 13

Which of the following best describes "mens rea" in criminal law?

Accepted Answer

The state of mind or mental element

Answer

The physical consequences of a criminal act

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The intent to commit a crime

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The guilty act or wrongful behavior

Question 14

What role does intent play in establishing mens rea in criminal cases?

Accepted Answer

Intent refers to the mental state required to commit a specific crime and is a crucial element in proving mens rea.

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Intent is irrelevant to mens rea; only the motive of the defendant is considered.

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Intent is considered only in cases involving violent offenses and is not relevant to other types of crimes.

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Intent is a defense strategy used to challenge the mens rea requirement in criminal cases.

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