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Civil Law vs. Criminal Law

Question 8 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

In a criminal case, Josephine Lawler was the victim of an aggravated assault on an Arizona highway by John Doe. Which of the following would be the most probable name of the court case?

Answer
A
Josephine Lawler v. John Doe
B
John Doe v. Josephine Lawler
C
The State of Arizona v. Josephine Lawler
D
The State of Arizona v. John Doe

Explanation

In a criminal case, the government prosecutes the person accused of committing the crime. Because the assault occurred in Arizona, the case would most likely be titled The State of Arizona v. John Doe. Josephine Lawler is the victim, not the defendant being prosecuted.

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