Law and Politics

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Some critics of merit selection of judges argue that all methods of choosing judges are political. ... Started by jayhills49	1 Replies 119 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by yasmina
How can the burden of proof in a criminal case be best described? a) The defense must prove its ... Started by CQXA	1 Replies 100 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by bob
Which of the following individuals would be eligible to participate in the Republican primary in ... Started by vicky	1 Replies 69 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by emilymalinowski12
Which of the following types of elections is always held in the spring of even-numbered years? a) ... Started by humphriesbr@me.com	3 Replies 125 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by GCabra
In a criminal case, a judge decides that the weight of evidence is almost equally balanced ... Started by lracut11	1 Replies 96 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by momo1250
The procedure in which a defendant agrees to plead guilty in order to receive punishment less than ... Started by joblessjake	1 Replies 137 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by trampas
A legal procedure in which each side presents evidence and arguments to bolster its position while ... Started by WhattoUnderstand	1 Replies 33 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by jomama
A maintenance man decides to sue a homeowner for 450 for failing to pay him for services performed. ... Started by newyorker26	1 Replies 77 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by chereeb
Which of the following actions would take place in an appeals process? a) a jury deliberating a ... Started by gbarreiro	1 Replies 57 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by choc0chan
A justice on the Texas Supreme Court who disagrees with the decision of the court may issue which of ... Started by misspop	1 Replies 111 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by manuelcastillo
City Y has a city council of five members. Every citizen of the city can vote for candidates for all ... Started by Kthamas	1 Replies 296 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by cascooper22
An individual charged with a serious felony offense, such as sexual assault or robbery, would be ... Started by vicky	3 Replies 186 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by amcvicar
The loser in a civil suit tried in district court could initially appeal to which of the following ... Started by MirandaLo	1 Replies 89 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by smrerig
A state district judge resigns one year into a four-year term. Through what procedure is the vacancy ... Started by FButt	1 Replies 121 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by millet
Which of the following statements most accurately describes the process of judicial selection in ... Started by ETearle	1 Replies 109 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by Jody Vaughn
Which of the following courts has the power to reverse a decision of the Texas Court of Criminal ... Started by 09madisonrousseau09	1 Replies 330 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by manuelcastillo
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the electoral fortunes of incumbent ... Started by Chelseaamend	1 Replies 86 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by Natalie4ever
Which of the following reforms would be most likely to increase the number of African American and ... Started by khang	1 Replies 39 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by dyrone
A method for selecting judges that combines gubernatorial appointment with voter approval in a ... Started by Hungry!	1 Replies 77 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by bigsis44
Which of the following statements is an expression of the coattail effect? a) Mr. Brown voted for ... Started by WhattoUnderstand	3 Replies 86 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by Jane
Which of the following Texas courts is considered a local court? a) justice of the peace court ... Started by folubunmi	1 Replies 82 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by InfiniteSteez
A plaintiff is known as which of the following? a) the party charged with a criminal offense b) ... Started by Mr3Hunna	1 Replies 73 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by Sarahjh
Home-rule cities are not bound by Dillon's rule. Indicate whether this statement is true or ... Started by big1devin	1 Replies 83 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by aburgess
The most important tax source for city governments is the property tax. Indicate whether this ... Started by clmills979	1 Replies 68 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by Cnarkel
Which of the following statements is an expression of retrospective voting? a) Ms. Jones voted to ... Started by krzymel	1 Replies 67 Views	Jul 8, 2018 by quynhmickitran