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Roles and Structures in the Criminal Justice System Quiz

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Which branch of the criminal justice system is responsible for investigating crimes?

Law Enforcement

Explanation

Responsible for crime investigation.

What is the primary role of a prosecutor in the criminal justice system?

Initiating legal proceedings

Explanation

Initiates legal actions.

Which of the following is not a component of the criminal justice system?

Legislature

Explanation

Not a component of criminal justice system.

What is the term for the unlawful physical restraint of an individual by another person?

Kidnapping

Explanation

Illegal confinement of an individual.

Which of the following is a type of punishment that involves restricting an individual's freedom within their community?

Probation

Explanation

Community-based punishment.

Which amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?

Sixth Amendment

Explanation

Guarantees fair trial rights.

What is the main function of the corrections system within the criminal justice system?

Rehabilitating offenders

Explanation

Focuses on offender rehabilitation.

What is the Miranda warning?

A warning given to suspects during arrest to inform them of their rights

Explanation

Informs suspects of their rights during arrest.

What is the term for a legal proceeding where a jury decides whether the prosecution has proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt?

Trial

Explanation

Jury decides case based on evidence.

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In the United States, what is the standard of proof required for a criminal conviction?

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Explanation

High level of proof required for conviction.

#11

Which term refers to a legal principle that ensures similar cases are decided in a similar manner?

Stare decisis

Explanation

Ensures consistency in case decisions.

#12

What is the term for a legal principle that allows the government to seize property used in or acquired through illegal means?

Civil asset forfeiture

Explanation

Government seizure of illegal property.

Roles and Structures in the Criminal Justice System Quiz

Which branch of the criminal justice system is responsible for investigating crimes?

What is the primary role of a prosecutor in the criminal justice system?

Which of the following is not a component of the criminal justice system?

What is the term for the unlawful physical restraint of an individual by another person?

Which of the following is a type of punishment that involves restricting an individual's freedom within their community?

Which amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?

What is the main function of the corrections system within the criminal justice system?

What is the Miranda warning?

What is the term for a legal proceeding where a jury decides whether the prosecution has proven its case beyond a reasonable doubt?

In the United States, what is the standard of proof required for a criminal conviction?

Which term refers to a legal principle that ensures similar cases are decided in a similar manner?

What is the term for a legal principle that allows the government to seize property used in or acquired through illegal means?

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