Assignment:
Question 1. Determine whether or not the “Castle Doctrine” and “Stand Your Ground” doctrine are derived from common law doctrine. Specify at least two (2) instances in the legal system where the principles in question are valuable when it is applied. Provide at least two (2) specific examples of the method in which the principles are applied to support your rationale.
Question 2. Compare the structure and hierarchy of courts in Indiana to those of a neighboring state of Ohio. Describe the similarities and differences of these state court systems in terms of the process of handling caseloads. Provide two (2) examples of state court systems’ handling of caseloads to support your rationale.