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A juvenile is _________________.
a) a person between the ages of 10 and 17.
b) a person between the ages of 12 and 18.
c) Someone less than 17 years old.
d) someone who has not graduated high school.

A juvenile can be held to the same criminal standard as an adult _______.
a) If they commit one of the Seven Delinquent Behaviors.
b) if they commit a crime between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m.
c) if their parents/guardians refuse to allow them to return to the home after being arrested.
d) if the juvenile is a runaway and has no legal guardians available.

Jasmine took a job catering a wedding. The menu and prices were agreed and contract signed. Six months after the wedding, Jasmine hasn't received payment for her services. What should Jasmine do?
a) File charges in criminal court.
b) File a lawsuit in civil court.
c) report the customer to the IRS
d) Have a warrant issued for the customer's arrest.

Which of the following is the best definition of a criminal law?
a) Laws that are enforced only by the Governor.
b) Laws that are interpreted by the Legislative Branch.
c) Laws on offenses that are punishable by law on crimes such as murder, assault, and theft.
d) Laws that apply only to repeat offenders.

Juvenile offense cases are typically heard in__________.
a) Superior Court
b) Juvenile Court
c) Magistrate Court
d) Probate Court

Which of the following is NOT an example of unruly act?
a) Frequent disobeying parents instructions.
b) Breaking into a neighbor's car.
c) Run away from home.
d) Sneaking out of the home after midnight to hang out with friends.

The person who decides if there is enough evidence to make a charge against a juvenile is the ____.
a) Judge
b) intake officer
c) prosecuting attorney
d) arresting officer

Which of the following is NOT a delinquent act?
a) Underage drinking and smoking.
b) Driving without a license.
c) Taking money from Granpa's wallet without permission.
d) Getting into an argument with your little sister/brother.

Which of the following is NOT a right of a juvenile when they are going through the court system?
a) The right to an attorney.
b) The right to have parent/guardian present before they are questioned by authorities.
c) The right to cross examine a witness.
d) The right to schedule the day/time of the court hearing.

What is one way to avoid trouble and keep peace?
a) Argue your point-- always.
b) Choose friends with values and morals similar to yours.
c) Make a habit to disobey rules at home, school, and in your community.
d) Only make friends with kids who lack morals.

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