Review Questions
1. What is the purpose of the United States Constitution?
The purpose of the United States Constitution is to secure citizen’s freedom and rights.
2. Why is the reasonable doubt standard used in criminal cases?
The reasonable doubt standard is used in criminal cases because there are serious consequences of being convicted of a criminal offense. These serious consequences include loss of one’s life or liberty.
3. Under what circumstances would a civil case be heard in federal court?
If the defendant and plaintiff live in different states and the argued amount exceeds $50,000, then the civil case will be heard in federal court.
4. What are the possible consequences of violating a local ordinance? Name two.
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Is it enough to be "suspected" of terrorism, or should these suspects have the right to a fair trial before being detained indefinitely?
Since 2012, if a person is “suspected” of terrorism, then he/she will be held indefinitely without trial. I do not believe this to be fair. If there is hard evidence to prove the suspect to be innocent, then I believe the suspect should be allowed a fair trial. If there is no evidence, then the suspect should be held, but still be given a trial in order to prove him or herself innocent.
2. Under what circumstances would a defendant be wise to settle out of court? Explain
To avoid unnecessary fees, stress, and for privacy reasons, a defendant would be wise to settle out of court. When settled out of court, details to a case could be left private which is good if the defendant does not want people to know about their case. Also, trials involve attorneys, time, and expert witnesses, which could cause stress for the defendant.
3. Do you think more innocent people are found guilty in criminal cases or civil cases? Explain.
I think that more innocent people are found guilty in civil cases due to a matter of opinion. Civil cases tend to be an “argument” between two people (neighbors, co-workers, an employee and employer) and most people always believe they are
1. What is the purpose of the United States Constitution?
The purpose of the United States Constitution is to secure citizen’s freedom and rights.
2. Why is the reasonable doubt standard used in criminal cases?
The reasonable doubt standard is used in criminal cases because there are serious consequences of being convicted of a criminal offense. These serious consequences include loss of one’s life or liberty.
3. Under what circumstances would a civil case be heard in federal court?
If the defendant and plaintiff live in different states and the argued amount exceeds $50,000, then the civil case will be heard in federal court.
4. What are the possible consequences of violating a local ordinance? Name two.
Two possible consequences …show more content…
Is it enough to be "suspected" of terrorism, or should these suspects have the right to a fair trial before being detained indefinitely?
Since 2012, if a person is “suspected” of terrorism, then he/she will be held indefinitely without trial. I do not believe this to be fair. If there is hard evidence to prove the suspect to be innocent, then I believe the suspect should be allowed a fair trial. If there is no evidence, then the suspect should be held, but still be given a trial in order to prove him or herself innocent.
2. Under what circumstances would a defendant be wise to settle out of court? Explain
To avoid unnecessary fees, stress, and for privacy reasons, a defendant would be wise to settle out of court. When settled out of court, details to a case could be left private which is good if the defendant does not want people to know about their case. Also, trials involve attorneys, time, and expert witnesses, which could cause stress for the defendant.
3. Do you think more innocent people are found guilty in criminal cases or civil cases? Explain.
I think that more innocent people are found guilty in civil cases due to a matter of opinion. Civil cases tend to be an “argument” between two people (neighbors, co-workers, an employee and employer) and most people always believe they are