Welcome to Going to Court: An Introduction to the U.S. Justice System! This book is a look at the United States justice system, how our arguments and crimes are resolved, and the rights and duties that all U.S. citizens possess.
The two major types of trials in the United States are civil trials and criminal trials. Civil trials are held to settle disagreements between people or businesses. In criminal trials, a person charged with a crime is found guilty or not guilty and, if found guilty, sentenced to a punishment. Inside, you will learn how these types of trials are different, how they’re the same, and what actually happens every day inside courtrooms all over the country.
This fun, interactive exploration of our court system covers different types of cases, how to resolve a dispute outside of court, how lawyers prepare for trial, and what happens after the trial has ended. Each section includes a sample case and activities such as writing prompts, quizzes, and debate topics. Going to Court is an engaging, exciting way to teach U.S. justice, and an educational look at our court system and how we solve our disagreements and punish criminals.