Exam 1: Foundations of Criminal Law

Petty offenses are minor misdemeanors.

Define due process.

The Necessary and Proper clause is a constitutional provision that allows Congress to enact all laws it deems appropriate for it to carry out the powers and functions granted to it by the Constitution.

Civil law identifies conduct subject to prosecution and penalty by the state and the procedure that must be followed to do so.

The English document signed in 1215 established the principles of fair procedure and protections for the accused.This document is called the ___________________________.

Violations of administrative regulations,such as safety standards,can be subject to criminal sanctions.

Criminal procedure

State government officials are required to uphold the U.S.Constitution.

Enumerated powers are those powers given to the states in the U.S.Constitution.