Criminal Justice and Legal Concepts Quiz

Test your knowledge on legal principles including habeas corpus, double jeopardy, burden of proof, and more in this criminal justice quiz.

#1

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?

First Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
#2

What is the legal principle that states an accused person is innocent until proven guilty?

Presumption of innocence
Presumption of guilt
Assumption of innocence
Assumption of guilt
#3

Who appoints federal judges in the United States?

The President
The Supreme Court
The Congress
The Attorney General
#4

What is the legal term for a serious crime typically punishable by imprisonment or death?

Misdemeanor
Felony
Infraction
Violation
#5

What is the legal term for the formal accusation of a serious crime?

Verdict
Indictment
Subpoena
Plea
#6

Who is the primary official responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in a court of law?

Defense attorney
Judge
Prosecutor
Jury
#7

Which court is the highest appellate court in the United States?

District Court
Circuit Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
#8

What does 'habeas corpus' mean in legal terms?

Guilty mind
Writ of execution
Legal immunity
Produce the body
#9

What is the Latin term for 'guilty act' in legal contexts?

Mens rea
Res ipsa loquitur
Actus reus
Pro bono
#10

What is the legal term for a written order issued by a judge to enforce a right?

Subpoena
Warrant
Injunction
Summons
#11

What does 'voir dire' refer to in the legal system?

To speak the truth
To present evidence
Jury selection process
Legal argument
#12

What is the legal doctrine that allows a person to use force to defend themselves against imminent harm?

Res ipsa loquitur
Ex post facto
Self-defense
Mens rea
#13

What is the legal doctrine that prevents a person from being tried twice for the same crime?

Double jeopardy
Ex post facto
Miranda rights
Felony murder rule

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