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Procedural law
Contributed by: Grainger
  • 1. Procedural law is a body of law that sets out the methods and rules for enforcing substantive law. It governs the process by which legal disputes are resolved, outlining the steps that parties must follow in civil and criminal cases. Procedural law includes rules for initiating a lawsuit, presenting evidence, conducting trials, and appealing decisions. Its primary goal is to ensure fair and efficient administration of justice, providing a framework for the orderly resolution of disputes within the legal system.

    What is a complaint in a legal context?
A) A ruling made by the judge before trial.
B) A formal request to dismiss a case.
C) A document filed by the plaintiff to initiate a lawsuit.
D) A statement made by the defendant in court.
  • 2. What is the purpose of 'summary judgment' in a legal case?
A) To decide a case without a full trial when there are no factual disputes.
B) To order the defendant's arrest.
C) To delay the trial proceedings.
D) To reverse the decision of a lower court.
  • 3. What is an 'answer' in the context of legal proceedings?
A) The response to a complaint filed by the defendant.
B) The statement made by the plaintiff in opening arguments.
C) The decision of the judge.
D) The presentation of evidence in court.
  • 4. What is the purpose of 'judicial review' in procedural law?
A) To review the constitutionality of laws and government actions.
B) To issue subpoenas for evidence.
C) To expedite court proceedings.
D) To rule on the admissibility of evidence.
  • 5. Which type of law governs how the courts enforce the rights and duties that are recognized by substantive law?
A) Administrative law.
B) Constitutional law.
C) Procedural law.
D) Criminal law.
  • 6. What is the standard required for a 'motion for summary judgment' to be granted?
A) The plaintiff must provide expert testimony.
B) There must be no genuine issue of material fact.
C) The majority of the jury must agree.
D) The defendant must admit guilt.
  • 7. In criminal cases, who bears the burden of proof under procedural law?
A) Both parties equally.
B) The prosecution.
C) The judge.
D) The defense.
  • 8. What is the role of 'appellate courts' in the legal system?
A) To preside over jury deliberations.
B) To issue subpoenas for evidence.
C) To review decisions of lower courts for legal errors.
D) To conduct the initial trial proceedings.
  • 9. Which of the following is NOT a typical stage in a civil lawsuit based on procedural law?
A) Discovery.
B) Appeal.
C) Pleadings.
D) Sentencing.
  • 10. What role does a 'bailiff' play in court proceedings?
A) To preside over the trial proceedings.
B) To maintain order and security in the courtroom.
C) To present evidence to the jury.
D) To render the judgment.
  • 11. Which principle ensures that no one can be tried for the same crime twice?
A) Right to counsel.
B) Double jeopardy.
C) Due process.
D) Presumption of innocence.
  • 12. What is the purpose of 'dispositive motions' in legal cases?
A) To select the jury.
B) To render the final judgment.
C) To resolve the case without a full trial based on legal issues.
D) To introduce new evidence during trial.
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