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True False Civil suits involve offenses against society as a whole, prosecuted by the government, with defendants presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Misdemeanors are serious offenses punishable by imprisonment for one year or more, often involving violence or significant harm to society. Incarceration is when a defendant is sentenced to time in jail or prison. The 4th Amendment safeguards us from unreasonable searches and seizures, while the 5th Amendment guarantees protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy.

answer each question with true or false

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1. Civil suits involve offenses against society as a whole, prosecuted by the government, with defendants presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. **False**

2. Misdemeanors are serious offenses punishable by imprisonment for one year or more, often involving violence or significant harm to society. **False**

3. Incarceration is when a defendant is sentenced to time in jail or prison. **True**

4. The 4th Amendment safeguards us from unreasonable searches and seizures, while the 5th Amendment guarantees protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy. **True**