Who or What Am I? Review Activity Unit 5 & 6: Georgia State Government, Local Government, and Adult & Juvenile Justice System

I am the Chief of State for Georgia, who serves as the head of the executive branch of government in the state. Who Am I? Governor

The state of Georgia has had 10 different versions of me since 1777 The state of Georgia has had 10 different versions of me since 1777. The latest version of me was adopted in 1983. My purpose is to ensure freedom, liberty, justice, peace, and happiness for all the citizens of Georgia. What Am I? Georgia State Constitution

I am the legislative branch of government, who makes the laws for Georgia. We meet at the State Capitol Building in Atlanta, Georgia (the seat of government) for 40 days each year… What Am I? General Assembly

I help the governor to enforce the laws of Georgia I help the governor to enforce the laws of Georgia. As a member of the executive branch, I preside over the Senate in the General Assembly and I am next in line to serve as governor in the event of death or resignation. Who Am I? Lieutenant Governor

If a juvenile commits one of these crimes, they will be tried as an adult in Georgia Superior Court and will receive a 10 year mandatory sentence in prison. What Am I? Seven Deadly Sins Act of 1994

Juveniles under 17 years of age who commit acts that would be crimes, if they were committed by adults. What Am I? Delinquent Acts

What Am I? The branch of government that interprets laws. Judicial Branch

What Am I ? The 1st step taken when a juvenile is in police custody… After arrested and in police custody, the juvenile goes through the intake process. This is when the officer will evaluate the case.

The residents of Georgia are supposed to be good citizens in a Democratic Republic by: Voting if you are 18 years old before the next election Paying taxes Volunteering and obeying laws. What Am I? Fourth Branch

We are the 2 dominant political parties in the state of Georgia as well as the USA. Who Are We? Democratic and Republican Parties

Must be a U.S. citizen for 5 years Must be a resident of Georgia for the 6 years preceding the election Must be 30 years old or older Who Am I? A person who can qualify for running for the position of Governor.

I am an elected state official who controls the administration of state and federal education funds. Who Am I? State Superintendent of Education