#1
Which court is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
ExplanationHighest court in the US legal system.
#2
What is the purpose of a grand jury?
To hear preliminary evidence and determine if there is enough evidence for a trial
ExplanationDetermines if there's enough evidence for trial.
#3
What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?
The parties involved
ExplanationCivil involves private disputes; criminal involves offenses against the state.
#4
What is the role of the jury in a trial?
To decide the guilt or innocence of the defendant
ExplanationDetermines defendant's guilt or innocence.
#5
What is the purpose of a preliminary hearing?
To determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial
ExplanationDetermines if there's enough evidence for trial.
#6
What is the concept of 'stare decisis' in legal systems?
The practice of deferring to precedent
ExplanationFollowing previous legal decisions.