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Legal System Terminology Quiz

#1

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

Actus reus
Explanation

Guilty act in Latin.

#2

What is the legal term for a written statement made under oath?

Affidavit
Explanation

Sworn written statement.

#3

What is the term for a legal doctrine that allows a court to set aside or void a contract due to unfairness or unequal bargaining power?

Rescission
Explanation

Voiding contract due to unfairness.

#4

What is the legal term for a court order requiring a person to appear in court and testify?

Subpoena
Explanation

Mandatory court appearance.

#5

What legal doctrine holds that an action cannot be brought to court after a certain period has passed?

Laches
Explanation

Statute of limitations.

#6

In legal terms, what does 'pro bono' refer to?

For the good of the people
Explanation

Legal service for public good.

#7

Which term represents a legal principle that prevents a person from asserting or denying a fact due to previous conduct?

Estoppel
Explanation

Prevents contradiction due to prior behavior.

#8

In contract law, what does 'consideration' refer to?

The monetary value exchanged
Explanation

Value exchanged in a contract.

#9

Which legal term refers to the power of a court to hear a case for the first time?

Original jurisdiction
Explanation

Court's initial case hearing power.

#10

In criminal law, what is the legal concept that a person cannot be tried for the same offense twice?

Double jeopardy
Explanation

Protection against multiple trials.

#11

What is the term for a legal remedy where a court orders a party to perform a specific action?

Mandamus
Explanation

Court-ordered action.

#12

What does 'habeas corpus' literally translate to in English?

Bring the body
Explanation

Mandates presentation of a detainee.

#13

What is the term for a legal doctrine that prevents a person from relitigating a case that has already been decided?

Res judicata
Explanation

Case cannot be re-litigated.

#14

What is the term for a legal document that authorizes someone to act on behalf of another person in legal or financial matters?

Power of attorney
Explanation

Authorization for legal/financial representation.

#15

What is the legal term for a person who represents themselves in court without a lawyer?

Pro se
Explanation

Self-representation in court.

#16

What is the legal term for a temporary court order preventing a party from taking a specific action?

Injunction
Explanation

Temporary prohibition.

#17

In legal terms, what is the process of questioning potential jurors to determine their suitability for a trial?

Voir dire
Explanation

Juror questioning process.

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