Criminal law
Created on 20th April 2025
Grade level: Adult Educationth grade
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1. What is the primary purpose of criminal law?
To punish individuals for wrongdoing
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2. Which of the following is considered a crime?
Murder
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3. What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
Felonies are more serious crimes than misdemeanors
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4. What is meant by 'mens rea' in criminal law?
The intention or knowledge of wrongdoing
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5. Which of the following is a defense in criminal law?
Insanity
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6. What does 'double jeopardy' mean?
Being tried twice for the same crime
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7. What is the burden of proof in a criminal case?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
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8. What is a plea bargain?
An agreement between the defendant and prosecutor
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9. What does the term 'prosecutor' refer to?
The lawyer who represents the state
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10. When is self-defense considered a valid legal defense?
When there is an imminent threat to life
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