Question 1

What has been the effect of digital media on the practice of family law?

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The use of digital media has resulted in new sources of evidence in family law cases, particularly in divorce cases. Social media, text messages, emails, and other forms of digital communication can provide valuable evidence in establishing fault, custody arrangements, and other issues related to family law. However, there are challenges related to the admissibility and authentication of digital evidence in court.

Question 2

The Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution covers challenges to actions by the federal government.
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

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The Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution includes provisions such as protection against self-incrimination and the right to due process, but it does not specifically address challenges to actions by the federal government.

Question 3

A state constitution:

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A state constitution can offer greater constitutional rights than the federal constitution. However, it cannot contradict the federal constitution or violate basic federal rights. Family-law rights are covered by both state and federal law, so choice A is incorrect. Choice B is incorrect because a state constitution is created by the people of that state, not the federal government. Finally, D is incorrect because a state constitution can offer greater protections to its citizens as long as it does not conflict with the federal constitution.

Question 4

Procedural due process is the constitutional requirement that the government avoid arbitrary and capricious actions that deprive someone of life, liberty, or property.

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Question 5

The right to marry is a fundamental right; substantial restrictions on this right are measured by strict scrutiny.

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This statement is true according to Supreme Court cases such as Loving v. Virginia, which established the right to marry as a fundamental right protected under the Constitution, and mandates that any laws that restrict this right must pass strict scrutiny - the highest level of judicial scrutiny.

Question 6

All restrictions on sexuality have not been eliminated, but they have been substantially increased when adults are involved.

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Question 7

Name six areas of family law where federal law has had a large impact.

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Question 8

Why has there been a change in some of the major family-law terminology?

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Question 9

What is the equal-protection-of-the-law requirement of the U.S. Constitution?

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The equal-protection-of-the-law requirement of the U.S. Constitution means that the government must treat one group or class the same as it treats another group or class in like circumstances. This means that the government cannot discriminate against individuals or groups based on their race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics. It applies to all levels of government and all branches of government, including the legislature, executive, and judiciary.

Question 10

The four categories of discrimination are discrimination involving a fundamental right, discrimination involving a suspect class, discrimination involving a quasi-suspect class, and discrimination that is arbitrary or capricious.

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Question 11

Federal courts can hear divorce cases.

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Question 12

Family law has not changed much because society's definition of a family has not changed.

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Society's definition of a family has evolved to include diverse family structures such as single-parent households, same-sex couples, and blended families. As a result, family law has had to adapt to accommodate these changes.

Question 13

A CASA:

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A CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocate, is an advocate appointed by a judge to represent the best interests of a child in cases of abuse and neglect. While they may provide recommendations to the court related to the case, they do not practice law or need to be an attorney.

Question 14

Briefly mention five developments that have played and will continue to play a major role in family law in the twenty-first century.

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Question 15

What is family law?

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Question 16

Define common law.

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Question 17

What do we mean when we say that marriage is a status?

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Question 18

Family law cases can sometimes raise issues of criminal law, corporate law, bankruptcy law, and tax law.

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Family law cases can involve various legal issues, including criminal law (such as cases involving domestic violence or child abuse), corporate law (such as cases involving division of business assets between spouses), bankruptcy law (such as cases involving property distribution in bankruptcy), and tax law (such as cases involving the tax consequences of property division or spousal support).

Question 19

An important development in family law has been a substantial increase in the capacity of parties to enter enforceable contracts that help define their rights and obligations.

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This statement is true. Family law now recognizes the ability of parties to enter into prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, and other contracts that help define their legal rights and obligations in relation to each other. These contracts are typically enforceable in court as long as they meet certain requirements, such as being entered into voluntarily and with full disclosure of assets and liabilities.

Question 20

Constitutionalization refers to changes in family law due to interpretations of the U.S. Constitution by federal courts.

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Constitutionalization refers to the process of incorporating constitutional principles and rights into family law through court decisions and interpretations of the U.S. Constitution by federal courts. This has led to significant changes in areas such as marriage, parenting, and gender equality.

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