#1
Which of the following is a characteristic of the judicial system?
Enforces laws
ExplanationJudicial system enforces laws.
#2
What is the principle of 'presumption of innocence' in the judicial system?
Defendants are assumed innocent until proven guilty
ExplanationDefendants presumed innocent until proven guilty.
#3
Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws in the judicial system?
Judicial
ExplanationJudicial branch interprets laws.
#4
What is the purpose of the appellate courts in the judicial system?
To review decisions of lower courts
ExplanationAppellate courts review lower court decisions.
#5
What is the role of the jury in a trial within the judicial system?
To make final decisions on guilt or innocence
ExplanationJury makes final decisions on guilt/innocence.
#6
What is the purpose of bail in the judicial system?
To prevent a defendant from fleeing before trial
ExplanationBail prevents defendant from fleeing before trial.
#7
What is the meaning of 'beyond a reasonable doubt' standard in criminal cases?
The evidence must prove guilt with absolute certainty
Explanation'Beyond a reasonable doubt': absolute certainty of guilt.
#8
Which of the following is a feature of the adversarial system in the judicial process?
The judge acts as an impartial referee
ExplanationAdversarial system: judge acts as impartial referee.
#9
In which type of legal system do judges primarily base their decisions on prior court rulings and legal principles?
Common law system
ExplanationJudges base decisions on prior rulings in common law.
#10
What is the concept of 'stare decisis' in the judicial system?
The principle of following precedent
ExplanationStare decisis: following precedent principle.
#11
What is the purpose of the Supreme Court in the judicial system of the United States?
To hear appeals from lower courts
ExplanationSupreme Court hears appeals from lower courts.
#12
What is the primary goal of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods in the judicial system?
To reduce the caseload of courts
ExplanationADR aims to reduce courts' caseload.