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Civics

Unit 6 Study Guide

What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?
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Structure of Courts

How long are Supreme Court judges appointed for? Why?

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Why is it important to have a jury which is not biased?
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What is a hung jury?

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Judicial Review:

Who-

What-

Examples-

Why was the case McCulloch v. Maryland important?

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What are some examples of McCulloch v. Maryland in action?
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What are the two sides called in a civil case, and what do they do?
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What is an indictment? Example?
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What is a plea bargain, and when would someone get one?

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What are the two sides in a criminal case called, and what do they do?
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If a person witnessed a crime, how can the police get this person to show up in
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What is needed by the police if they want to search your house?
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What is an example of a contract?
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