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Quiz by Courtney Hillery

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11 questions
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  • Q1
    What does the term "US Attorney" refer to?
    A lawyer who assists with state-level prosecutions.
    An attorney who specializes in administrative law.
    A lawyer who represents the federal government in legal matters.
    A private attorney who defends individuals in civil cases.
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the definition of the term "civil law suit"?
    A public trial where the defendant is accused of a felony.
    A legal action taken by an individual or entity to resolve a private dispute.
    A legal order to cease an activity that harms others.
    A criminal case brought by the government.
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the meaning of the term "diversity of citizenship"?
    A principle allowing citizens to vote across different states.
    A legal requirement for all federal cases.
    A legal concept that refers to a case where the parties are from different states or countries.
    A type of diplomatic relationship between countries.
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the meaning of the term "defendant"?
    A person, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.
    A type of crime involving moral turpitude.
    A person who initiates a lawsuit.
    A legal professional representing someone in court.
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the definition of the term "defense attorney"?
    A judge who oversees a trial.
    A lawyer who represents a defendant in a legal proceeding.
    A lawyer who brings charges against a defendant.
    A witness who provides testimony in court.
    30s
  • Q6
    What does the term "pro se" mean?
    A type of crime that involves self-defense.
    A case where two parties legally represent each other.
    Representing oneself in a legal proceeding without the assistance of a lawyer.
    A term for court-appointed lawyers.
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the definition of the term "plaintiff"?
    The legal representative for the state in a criminal case.
    A judge overseeing a trial.
    The person who brings a case against another in a court of law.
    The person accused of a crime.
    30s
  • Q8
    What does the term "pro bono" mean?
    Legal work undertaken voluntarily and without payment.
    A court order requiring a defendant to appear.
    A legal defense fund for criminal cases.
    A type of fee charged by lawyers for their services.
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the meaning of the term "felony"?
    A minor offense punishable by a fine.
    A serious crime that typically results in severe penalties, including imprisonment.
    A formal accusation of wrongdoing.
    An act of civil disobedience against legislation.
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the meaning of the term "prosecuting attorney"?
    A lawyer who defends a person accused of a crime.
    A juror in a court trial.
    A legal advisor for civil disputes.
    A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases against individuals accused of breaking the law.
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the definition of the term "federal crimes"?
    Crimes that are tried under state laws.
    Civil disputes handled by a state court.
    Crimes that violate federal laws established by the federal government.
    Misdemeanors punishable by fines only.
    30s

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