In module 2 you will examine both criminal and civil law. The types of conflicts in each type of law are numerous, but there are some common features both criminal and civil law share. These lessons will prepare you to understand any legal situation you or someone you care about may face.
Module 2: Civil & Criminal Law
2.01 Criminal vs Civil Law: Quiz
2.02 Criminal Procedures: Quiz
2.03 After a Conviction: Assignment Template- Google Doc | Word
2.04 Torts & Contracts: Quiz
2.05 Law Reform & Advocacy: Quiz
2.06 DBA Review Guide (Modules 1 & 2)- Google Doc | Word
** Don't forget the Collaboration Assignment!
A Closer Look:
What is the difference between civil and criminal cases?
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Criminal procedures- from crime to trail
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Where do your Miranda Rights come from?- Miranda v. Arizona
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Why do you get a lawyer if you can't afford one?- Gideon v. Wainwright
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Can the police use evidence they get illegally?- Mapp v. Ohio
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Why stop-and-frisk is legal- Terry v. Ohio
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What is tort law?
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Hot Coffee- Liebeck v. McDonald's