Week 9- The Courts System, Court Cases, and Sources of rights

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1.

The United States has a ______________________, meaning that there is one system for Federal cases and another for state cases. The Dual court system refers to the fact that the United States has a federal court system and separate state court systems.
- A.
  
  Uni Court System
- B.
  
  Dual Court System
- C.
  
  Tri Court System
- D.
  
  Quad Court System
Correct Answer
B. Dual Court System

Explanation
The correct answer is Dual Court System. This refers to the fact that the United States has both a federal court system and separate state court systems. This means that there are two parallel systems for handling cases, one at the federal level and the other at the state level.

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2.
- A.
  
  Constitutions: Federal and State
- B.
  
  Statutory Laws
- C.
  
  Case Law
- D.
  
  Court Rules
Correct Answer(s)
A. Constitutions: Federal and State
B. Statutory Laws
C. Case Law
D. Court Rules

Explanation
The answer lists the four sources of rights: Constitutions (both Federal and State), Statutory Laws, Case Law, and Court Rules. Constitutions provide the fundamental framework for laws and rights at both the federal and state levels. Statutory laws are laws passed by legislatures, which further define and regulate rights. Case law refers to legal decisions made by courts, which establish legal precedent and interpretation of rights. Court rules are procedural guidelines set by courts to govern the conduct of legal proceedings. Together, these four sources form the basis of rights and legal principles in a legal system.

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3.

______________ states that no one shall be "deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
- A.
  
  First amendment
- B.
  
  Second amendment
- C.
  
  U.S. Constitution
- D.
  
  Due Process
Correct Answer
D. Due Process

Explanation
Due process is a legal principle that ensures fair treatment and protection of individuals' rights. It is stated in the U.S. Constitution that no one shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. This means that before the government can take away someone's life, freedom, or belongings, they must follow the proper legal procedures and provide a fair hearing. Due process guarantees that individuals have the right to be heard, present evidence, and defend themselves before any deprivation occurs. It is a fundamental right that promotes justice and protects against arbitrary actions by the government.

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4.

Duncan v. Louisiana is an example of how the U.S. Supreme Court incorporates a right.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Duncan v. Louisiana is a landmark case that exemplifies how the U.S. Supreme Court incorporates a right. In this case, the Court held that the Sixth Amendment's guarantee of a jury trial in criminal cases is applicable to the states through the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. This decision established the principle of selective incorporation, whereby certain provisions of the Bill of Rights are made applicable to the states. Therefore, the statement that Duncan v. Louisiana is an example of how the U.S. Supreme Court incorporates a right is true.

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Case Holding in Duncan v. Louisiana - A crime punishable by two years in prison, although classified under Louisiana law as a misdemeanor, is a serious crime, and therefore the defendant is entitled to a jury trial.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The case holding in Duncan v. Louisiana established that a crime punishable by two years in prison, even if classified as a misdemeanor under Louisiana law, is still considered a serious crime. As a result, the defendant is entitled to a jury trial. This decision ensures that individuals facing potential imprisonment have the right to a fair trial, including the opportunity to have their case heard by a jury of their peers.

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Week 9- The Courts System, Court Cases, And Sources Of Rights

The United States has a ______________________, meaning that there is one system for Federal cases and another for state cases. The Dual court system refers to the fact that the United States has a federal court system and separate state court systems.

______________ states that no one shall be "deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

Duncan v. Louisiana is an example of how the U.S. Supreme Court incorporates a right.

Case Holding in Duncan v. Louisiana - A crime punishable by two years in prison, although classified under Louisiana law as a misdemeanor, is a serious crime, and therefore the defendant is entitled to a jury trial.