SCCJA BLOCK 1 TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
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Which part of the U.S. Constitution establishes the judicial branch and includes three sections?
Answer:
Article III
Which amendment protects freedom of religion, speech, the press, assembly, and petition?
Answer:
First Amendment
Which amendment provides protection against unlawful searches and seizures?
Answer:
Fourth Amendment
Which amendment outlines rights related to serious criminal charges, including protection from double jeopardy and self-incrimination, and guarantees due process and compensation for taken property?
Answer:
Fifth Amendment
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in 1 / 2
his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense. - ANSWER✔✔6th amendment
due process is defined by blacks law dictionary as "the conduct of legal proceedings according to established rules and principles for the protection and enforcement of private rights including notice and the right to a fair hearing before a tribunal with the power to decide a case - ANSWER✔✔14th amendment
Law making branch - ANSWER✔✔Legislative Branch
basic mission for law enforcement - ANSWER✔✔crime prevention
how many members are appointed in U.S. supreme court and why? - ANSWER✔✔9. uneven numbers allow for split decision without ties
the body of prior judicial decisions that guide judges deciding issues before them - ANSWER✔✔case law
a courts written explanation of its decision on a case intended to be relied upon as a statement of the law based on the facts of the case - ANSWER✔✔published opinion
an opinion that the court has designated as unfit for publication. an opinion may be placed on the courts web page but will be classified as "unpublished" - ANSWER✔✔unpublished opinion
what circuit court is south carolina designated in - ANSWER✔✔4th circuit
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