*bell ringer* please look up and define the term in loco parentis remember to adhere to classroom...
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*BELL RINGER*Please look up and define the term in loco parentisRemember to adhere to
classroom policy regarding cell phones, once you have
defined the term
Sources of LawFederal
a) US Constitutionb) US Criminal Code
c) Judiciald) Executive
Statea) State Constitution
b) State Criminal Codesc) Judiciary
Locala) County
b) Municipal
FederalUS Constitution – System of basic laws & principles that defines the rights of American citizens. Limits
what the government can and cannot do.
US Criminal Code - Acts made illegal by the federal government. Written
laws.Judicial – Interpretation of laws by
the courts.Executive – Presidential Proclamation
STATE
• State Constitution – Mirrors the US Constitution
• State Criminal Codes• Judiciary
Local• County – Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant
County• Municipal or City – City of Allen
Using the internet, locate an example of a FEDERAL, STATE &
LOCAL law
• Keep the state law specific to Texas
• Describe your law• Tell me if it is listed as a felony or
misdemeanor and the possible punishment
Code of Hammurabi
Magna Carta & English Bill of Rights
US Bill of Rights
Which amendments impact the criminal trial process?
Define the following terms & list the amendment it is related to in the Bill of Rights
Bill of RightsSearch & Seizure
WarrantProbable Cause
IndictmentGrand Jury
Double JeopardySelf Incrimination
Due ProcessJury
Right to an AttorneyBail
FinesCruel & Unusual Punishment