A drug diversion program is a type of “court” that offers nonviolent drug offender the opportunity to resolve their cases outside of the traditional criminal justice system.

The Articles of Confederation was America’s first attempt at a Constitution.

In court, Tommy was convicted by a jury of stealing cars, stripping them, and trying to resell them on the black market. The judge sentenced Tommy to prison for 8-15 years. What type of sentencing is this an example of?

A sidebar challenges a witness’ testimony by asking more questions (can be conducted by either side).

The goal of _____ is to convince specific offenders that the pains of punishment are greater than the benefits of crime.

The First Continental Congress met to defend the French from the English.

A trial court is where both the judge and jury decide matters of fact and law. Sometimes, they are referred to as the trier of facts.

There are a total of twelve (12) people who are selected to serve on a criminal trial jury by both the defense and the prosecution.

Judicial review allows the federal judiciary to overturn any legislation or government action that is ruled inconsistent with the Constitution once it has been presented to it.

A split sentence is a sentence in which an individual will spend part of their time in confinement and the rest of their time on probation.