Cards in this guide (16)
What did the US Supreme Court rule in Furman v Georgia
In Furman vs. Georgia the court ruled that all existing death
penalty laws violated the constitution.
What jurisdiction does the Nevada supreme court
What refers to the authority of a court has to hear a case
Who is responsible for securing US borders and ports
the department of Homeland Security
Who was the equal protection clause originally intended to protect
Why do people ask appellate courts to review their cases
they feel their trials are unfair.
What word is used to indicate when the US Supreme Court is in session
When the Supreme Court is actively in session, it is
"sitting."
Which is a judge most likely to do when concerned that a defendant will commit another serious crime if released on bail
have the defendant held without optional bail A judge always has
the option to deny bail for the above, other valid reason like
flight risk also there are some non bailable offenses.
Which groups serve as the main sources of advice for the President
The cabinet and executive office of the President serve as the
main sources of advice for the President.
Which nation has threatened world security in recent years because of its interest in becoming a nuclear power
When was National Association for the Advancement of Colored People created
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was
created in 1909.
What is true about carrying firearms
You need to check and obey the laws in the jurisdiction you
happen to be in before deciding to carry a firearm.
The president must appoint a new secretary of energy what qualities might he look for in a potential candidate
Poor leadership or business experience in oil or renewable
energy
In the 1800s many Americans believed in the policy of Manifest Destiny. What did this mean
The nation's mission was to expand into Latin America. The
nation should help Latin American countries achieve
independence
President Franklin Roosevelt started the Lend-Lease program to help which nation
In Which is at the base of the federal bureaucracy and pyramid structure
