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43 Cards in this Set
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When was Nevada admitted to the Union as a state
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1864
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When was Nevada admitted to the Union as a state and when was its constitution approved
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1864
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What is the capital of Nevada
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Carson City
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Who can waive the right to a trial by jury in all civil cases
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All parties
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How long will a standing army last
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No longer than 2 years
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How long will a standing army last?
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No longer than 2 years
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Does a person lose his voting rights in prison?
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yes
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T or F: There may be prison for debt in cases of fraud, libel, or slander?
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True
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T or F: Power is legislative, judicial, and executive
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True
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Regular session of the legislature commences on the first __________ of ________________
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Regular session of the legislature commences on the first Monday of February.
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T or F: Two-thirds vote are needed to override a veto
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True
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How long is a Senator term?
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A Senator term is 4 years.
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What happens if a legislator dies or resigns?
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If a legislator dies or resigns, the county commissioners from his county appoint a replacement.
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When in session, how long that the legislature adjourn?
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Legislature cannot adjourn for more than 3 days during a session.
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Can a Governor be 30 years old?
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Yes. A Governor has to be 25 years old.
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How long can a Governor serve?
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A Governor can only serve 2 terms.
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Who signs the grants and commissions?
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All grants and commissions must be signed by the governor and counter-signed by the secretary of state.
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Who is in charge when the governor is absent or gone?
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The Lieutenant governor takes over when governor is absent or gone.
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What does the Supreme Court do?
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The Supreme Court-important cases are heard by the entire court, most cases are decided by 3 panel justices.
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How long are Justices elected for?
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Justices are elected to 6 terms.
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How many Supreme court justices are there?
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There are 7 Supreme Court justices
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T or F: The Supreme Court does not have appellate jurisdiction.
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False.
The Supreme Court DOES have appellate jurisdiction. |
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How many judicial districts are there?
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There are 9 judicial districts.
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What is required to remove justices or invoke impeachment in the legislature?
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Removing justices and impeachment requires a 2/3 vote in the legislature.
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Public debt contracted by the state cannot exceed ______% of the assessed value of the state?
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Public debt contracted by the state cannot exceed 1 % of the assessed value of the state.
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T or F: Total tax levy cannot exceed 5 cents on the dollar of assessed valuation?
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True:
Total tax levy cannot exceed 5 cents on the dollar of assessed valuation. |
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The legislature must provide for a uniform system of public schools including a means for ____________ and _______________
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The legislature must provide for a uniform system of public schools including a means for maintenance and support.
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Who provides for the University of Nevada?
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The University of Nevada is provided for by the legislature.
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What takes precedence over initiative measures?
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Appropriation bills take precedence.
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T or F: Legislature cannot change or amend an initiative until after 5 years
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FALSE:
Legislature cannot change or amend an initiative until after THREE years. |
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Governor has _____days to sign a bill or return it unsigned
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Governor has 5 days to sign a bill or return it unsigned.
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Who is in charge of the GREAT SEAL of the State of Nevada?
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The Governor is in charge of the Great Seal of the State of Nevada.
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Can the State donate or loan money?
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Yes, the State may donate or loan money to corporations formed for educational or charitable purposes.
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T or F: Teachers have to sign an oath of allegiance
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TRUE:
Teachers DO have to sign an oath of allegiance |
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If a judicial officer is absent 90 days, what happens?
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Any judicial officer shall be deemed to have vacated his office after 90 days of absence.
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who may propose an amendment to the constitution?
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Either the house or the people
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Is a 6-month voting requirement (residency) constitutional?
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According to the Secretary of the State, it is NOT enforceable due to being unconstitutional.
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Any person convicted of __________ or defalcation of public funds cannot hold office.
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EMBEZZLEMENT
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T or F: Either house may vote to expel one of its own members
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TRUE
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A public officer must _________within 5 days after his recall petition is filed.
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RESIGN
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If a public officer does not resign within 5 days after his recall petition is filed what will happen?
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A special election shall be ordered and held within 20 days.
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No public official may be recalled unless _______% of the number of qualified electors who voted at the preceding election for justice of the supreme court____________ and __________ a petition for the recall.
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25%
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How long is an assembly term?
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2 Years
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