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1
In the United States, most criminal law principles can trace their origins back to English common law.
A)True
B)False
2
Criminal Law is the area of law what is most foreign to the layperson.
A)True
B)False
3
Case law is judge created law set forth in court opinions.
A)True
B)False
4
Administrative Law defines the powers that are given to administrative agencies.
A)True
B)False
5
Criminal law defines what constitutes a crime.
A)True
B)False
6
Every state has an inherent authority to promote and protect the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens.
A)True
B)False
7
In a civil matter, a jury or judge may determine whether or not a defendant is liable for the _____________ or injuries sustained by the injured party.
A)damages
B)actions
C)regulations
D)filings
8
___________________ rules are used to provide standard procedures for handling the administration of cases as they proceed through the court system.
A)Substantive
B)Legal
C)Court
D)Primary
9
The weight or level of persuasion of evidence needed to find the defendant liable as alleged by the plaintiff in a civil matter is known as:
A)beyond a reasonable doubt
B)court rules
C)testimony
D)preponderance of the evidence
10
If federal law defines a certain type of action as a crime, then it is a ____________ crime.
A)state
B)misdemeanor
C)local
D)federal





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