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Chapter XIV a New Dawn Questions for discussion

Speak about Ku-Klux-Klan, its history and activity.

Speak about criminal procedure. Jury.

Speak about punishment. Capital punishment: pro and contra.

Is it right that Sam is executed for his crime? Prove your point of view.

Speak about possible strategies of an attorney to protect a defendant. System of courts in the USA.

Do you feel sympathy with Sam? Explain your position.

Speak about a crime: definition, classification, parties in court etc.

Definition

An offence against the society

Classification

Misdemeanor, felony, treason

Branch of law

Public (why)

Parties in court

Prosecutor vs defendant

Burden of proof

Prosecutor

Standard of proof

Beyond reasonable doubt

Elements of a crime

Malice aforethought + criminal action

Jury

When is present; questions of fact: renders a verdict

Judge

Questions of law; judgment

Punishment

Fine; community works, probation,

(life) imprisonment; capital punishment

Appeal

For/ against; system of courts

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