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CIV M5 Review
Civics Module 5 Review
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Private Property | Land, property and finances that belong to an individual. |
| Rule of Law | Idea that every member of society must follow the same laws. |
| Law | Rules for a city, a state, or a country. |
| Criminal Law | Laws that prohibit actions that threaten and harm public safety and welfare. |
| Civil Law | Laws about disputes between individuals or groups. |
| Juvenile Law | Laws about young people under the legal age, usually 18. |
| Tort | A civil wrong where someone has been injured and wants compensation, or payment, for their injuries. |
| Felony | A serious crime with a punishment of at least one year in jail. |
| Misdemeanor | Less serious crimes that have punishment of less than a year in jail, or punishment of a fine. |
| Crime | An illegal action that can be punished by government |
| Habeas Corpus | Latin term, it means that someone who is arrested must be brought to court to hear the charges. |
| Presumption of Innocence | Idea that a person is considered legally innocent of a crime until a jury decides he/she is guilty. |
| Trial by Jury | Right guaranteed by the 5th amendment, a fair hearing by a group of peers who decides guilt or innocence. |
| Right to Counsel | Right guaranteed by the 6th amendment, an accused person has the right to a lawyer to represent them in court. |
| Appeals Process | Process to get a guilty verdict overturned by a higher court. |
| Equal Protection | Guarantee that all citizens be treated the same. |
| Due Process | Fair legal procedures, such as fair trials and trials by jury. |