Unit 5 B (MC) The Individual, the Law, and the Internet Flashcards Flashcards


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1

What type of government seeks to limit online political communications?

authoritarian

2

Through the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, Congress requires
Web sire companies to establish

privacy policies.

3

What is the term for Web sites established by independent citizens to voice their support of a candidate?

grassroots

4

____________ and the punishments for them are spelled out in each state's penal code.

Crimes

5

Who are people who act somewhat like a judge by reviewing cases and resolving disputes?

arbitrators

6

What is the process by which each side can check facts and gather evidence before going to trial.

Discovery

7

What is a formal statement naming the plaintiff and the defendant and describing the nature of the lawsuit?

complaint

8

What are the legal decisions that become part of the common
law?

Precedents

9

A grand jury decides if there is sufficient evidence to __________
a suspect.

charge

10

Which Amendment states that people may not be required
to incriminate themselves?

Fifith