Social studies vocabulary.

Slander

A falsely spoken statement damaging someone’s reputation

Libel

A falsely written statement damaging someone’s reputation

Petition

Written request to take action by citizens to the goverment

Probable Cause

Search Warrant

A court order for an officer providing legal authority to search or seize property.

Indictment

Formally charging a person with a crime.

Double Jeopardy

Civil protection prevents a person from being tried twice for the same crime.

Self Incrimination

Exposing yourself to committing a crime. “I plead the 5th.”

Due Process

Legal proceedings established to protect your rights and liberties; a fair treatment in court.

Bail

Temporary release of the accused person waiting trial, money paid to the court

Suffrage

Right to vote

Repeal

To revoke, remove, cancel, or annul

Poll Tax

A tax you must pay in order to vote