Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice System in Texas Quiz

Test your knowledge on Texas law enforcement agencies, courts, and criminal justice system with these 14 questions. Find out what you know!

#1

What is the highest court in the Texas judicial system?

Texas Supreme Court
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Texas District Court
Texas Appeals Court
#2

Which court in Texas handles appeals in criminal cases?

Texas Supreme Court
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Texas Appeals Court
Texas District Court
#3

Which court in Texas handles cases related to family matters, such as divorce and child custody?

Texas Supreme Court
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Texas Appeals Court
Texas Family Court
#4

What is the legal age to purchase and possess alcohol in Texas?

18
19
20
21
#5

Which court in Texas is the court of last resort for civil matters?

Texas Supreme Court
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Texas Appeals Court
Texas District Court
#6

Which law enforcement agency in Texas is responsible for statewide criminal investigations?

Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Rangers
Houston Police Department
Dallas Police Department
#7

What is the primary role of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice?

Enforcing traffic laws
Managing state prisons
Investigating white-collar crimes
Handling juvenile offenders
#8

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Texas criminal justice system?

Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Judiciary
Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
Texas Department of Homeland Security
#9

Which Texas law enforcement agency primarily focuses on highway safety and enforcement of traffic laws?

Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Rangers
Texas Highway Patrol
Texas State Police
#10

In Texas, what is the punishment for a Class A misdemeanor?

Up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000
Up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000
Up to 2 years in jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000
Up to 6 months in jail and/or a fine of up to $500
#11

What is the legal age of criminal responsibility in Texas?

16
17
18
19
#12

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 years of age in Texas?

0.08%
0.04%
0.02%
Zero tolerance policy
#13

What is the 'Castle Doctrine' in Texas?

A law protecting historic buildings
A doctrine allowing self-defense in one's home
A legal principle related to property rights
A rule governing property inheritance
#14

What is the 'Stand Your Ground' law in Texas?

A law protecting ground properties
A doctrine allowing self-defense without retreat
A rule governing property rights
A law related to trespassing

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