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Fundamentals of Legal Systems and Concepts Quiz

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#1

What is the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty' known as?

Presumption of Innocence
Explanation

Presumption that a person is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

#2

What is the term for a legal document that commands a person to appear in court or produce certain evidence?

Subpoena
Explanation

Legal document compelling appearance or evidence in court.

#3

In legal terminology, what does 'pro bono' mean?

For the greater good
Explanation

Providing legal services for free, typically for the public good.

#4

What is the purpose of the Miranda warning given by law enforcement officers?

To inform the suspect of their rights
Explanation

Informing suspects of their rights during police custody.

#5

In contract law, what is the term for a statement that induces someone to enter into a contract?

Misrepresentation
Explanation

False statement leading to a contract, inducing action.

#6

In criminal law, what is the term for the intentional act of falsely making or altering a document with the intent to deceive?

Forgery
Explanation

Intentional falsification or alteration of a document.

#7

Which legal system is based on precedents and case law?

Common Law
Explanation

Legal system deriving laws from past cases and decisions.

#8

Which type of law deals with the relationships between individuals and entities, including contracts and torts?

Civil Law
Explanation

Legal system addressing private relationships, contracts, and civil wrongs.

#9

What is the highest court in the United States?

Supreme Court
Explanation

The highest court in the U.S., with the final appellate jurisdiction.

#10

Which legal concept refers to the power of a court to hear and decide a case?

Jurisdiction
Explanation

Authority of a court to hear and decide a case.

#11

What is the term for a legal document that grants an individual the authority to make decisions on behalf of another person?

Power of Attorney
Explanation

Legal document granting decision-making authority.

#12

What is the term for a legal rule that prevents a person from asserting a right or defense that contradicts their prior actions or statements?

Estoppel
Explanation

Legal rule preventing contradiction of prior actions or statements.

#13

In which legal system are laws derived from religious texts and teachings?

Sharia Law
Explanation

Legal system based on religious texts and teachings.

#14

Which legal principle involves the decision of a court being used as a reference for future cases?

Precedent
Explanation

Court decision serving as a reference for future cases.

#15

Which legal doctrine allows a court to refuse to hear a case because it involves political questions rather than legal issues?

Political Question Doctrine
Explanation

Court refusal due to political, not legal, nature of a case.

#16

What is the term for a legal principle that allows a party to withdraw or modify a legal pleading or statement before it is officially filed or accepted by the court?

Amendment
Explanation

Permission to modify or withdraw legal statements before filing.

#17

What is the term for a legal proceeding where a party challenges the admissibility of evidence or questions the credibility of a witness?

Motion in Limine
Explanation

Legal proceeding challenging evidence admissibility or witness credibility.

#18

What is the term for a legal principle that allows a court to order a party to do or refrain from doing a particular action?

Injunction
Explanation

Court-ordered action or restraint on a party.

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