What is the difference between the pretrial process and the trial process in a criminal case? During pretrial, a judge determines probable cause. During the trial, a jury decides guilt or innocence.
During pretrial, a judge decides guilt or innocence. During the trial, a jury determines probable cause.
During pretrial, a judge selects a sentence. During the trial, a jury decides if a crime has been committed.
During pretrial, a judge decides if a crime has been committed. During the trial, a jury selects a sentence.
Someone seeking a firearms permit in Georgia would go to which court?

juvenile court
superior court
state court
probate court
Which behaviors are considered illegal for juveniles in Georgia?

minor behavior and juvenile behavior
juvenile behavior and unruly behavior
unruly behavior and delinquent behavior
delinquent behavior and minor behavior
As a consequence of an unruly act, a juvenile would be

legally charged as an adult.
taken into custody and imprisoned.
faced with a huge fine and time in prison.
sent to a youth detention center.
In a civil court case, the defendant is the person who

goes on trial for potentially committing a felony or misdemeanor.
claims that a suspect has committed a felony or misdemeanor.
has committed a tort that has wrongly harmed someone else.
was wrongly harmed by someone who committed a tort.
Mario and Ricky are hanging out together on a hot summer night. They are sitting around the pool at Ricky’s apartment complex playing cards. They are the only ones there. Mario suggests that they go swimming even though there is a sign posted that reads: NO LIFEGUARD, swimmers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. POOL CLOSES AT 9:00 PM.

"But, my mom is not here and besides, it's 10:15 p. m. There is no one to watch us and the pool is closed," argued Ricky.

"Aw, come on Ricky! It is so hot! I know we're only 14, but we look like we're 16!" Mario pleaded. "Plus, if we are quiet, no one will even know we are swimming."

If Ricky decides against Mario's idea, he is

breaking the law.
obeying the law.
disobeying the rules.
obeying the rules.
Read this passage about the workings of Supreme Court justices.

The justices hold a conference to consider the arguments made and to reach a decision in each of the cases on their docket. At this point, one of the justices, in rotation, is assigned to write an opinion stating the court's reasoning in reaching its conclusion. This draft opinion is circulated to all members of the court and must be adopted as an accurate statement of the reasoning of the majority of the court before it is published. The comments of the other judges may cause a revision of the opinion before it becomes the court's official decision.

What does the passage best show about the work of Supreme Court justices?

The justices must be unanimous in their opinions.
The justices work separately to reach an unbiased decision.
The justices work together to come up with an opinion.
The justices use an outdated method of reaching decisions.
If juveniles cannot afford an attorney, how can they exercise their right to an attorney?

The judge can act as their attorney.
The court can loan them money for an attorney.
The arresting officer can act as their attorney.
The court can appoint an attorney.
What options does a juvenile justice officer have after reviewing a case? Check all that apply.

sentencing the juvenile to detention
recommending that the case be dismissed
filing a petition for further hearings
recommending informal adjustment
recommending an appeals judge
sending the juvenile to a diversion program
Judges in Georgia’s state courts are elected by voters, while judges in Georgia’s juvenile courts are

chosen by parents.
chosen by a lottery.
appointed by the governor.
appointed by superior courts.
What type of acts can change the juvenile justice process?

justifiable delinquency
serious delinquent offenses
unacceptable offenses
unruly behavior
Some courts in Georgia have limited jurisdiction, meaning that they deal with

the least serious cases.
the most serious cases.
cases with no witnesses.
cases involving one or two people.
In a criminal court case, the defendant is the person who

goes on trial for potentially committing a felony or misdemeanor.
claims that a suspect has committed a felony or misdemeanor.
has committed a tort that has wrongly harmed someone else.
was wrongly harmed by someone who committed a tort.
Which of these rights are part of a juvenile’s right to trial? Check all that apply.

the right to a trial before a judge
the right to appeal the judge’s decision
the right to a jury trial
the right to call witnesses
the right to question the state’s witnesses
Which is a correct statement regarding settling disputes peacefully?

One should ask an adult or friend to solve the dispute.
Not everyone’s opinion or idea is valid in a dispute.
Some disputes are just not very important.
Disputes should be solved without outside help.