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

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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.

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Explore the structure of the U. S. Court system in Week 9's quiz, focusing on the dual court system, branches of government, and various legal terms. This quiz enhances understanding of federal and state court systems, jurisdiction, and legal procedures relevant for law students and legal professionals.

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  • 2. 

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

    • True

    • 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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    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.

    • Uni Court System

    • Dual Court System

    • Tri Court System

    • Quad Court System

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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    • Constitutions: Federal and State

    • Statutory Laws

    • Case Law

    • Court Rules

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Constitutions: Federal and State
    A. Statutory Laws
    A. Case Law
    A. 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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    ______________ states that no one shall be "deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

    • First amendment

    • Second amendment

    • U.S. Constitution

    • Due Process

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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