Exam 9: Court Organization: Structure, Functions, and Trial Process

Felony cases that go to trial will be heard in trial courts of general jurisdiction.

Which of the following is described as the workhorse of the federal judiciary?

All state supreme courts have a limited amount of original jurisdiction.

District judges serve for a 4-year term.

A defendant pleads guilty to two counts of theft. In exchange, the prosecutor dismisses the remaining four counts of theft in the indictment. This is an example of which type of plea bargaining?

A defendant may make bail only through payment of the full amount in cash.

Only those attorneys who have secured admission to the Supreme Court bar may argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Which federal court is the last word on legal issues for a majority of federal cases?

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of plea bargains.

In Tehan v. U.S. ex rel. Shott (1966), the U.S. Supreme Court said the purpose of a trial was to ______.

Describe how diversion programs work.

Discuss the four ways in which a defendant may make bail.

The more serious criminal violations are heard in which type of trial courts?

Compare and contrast trial courts of general and limited jurisdiction.

Research suggests that drug courts have been successful in reducing recidivism.

There is one ______ in each district.

What happens at the initial appearance if the judge does not believe there is enough evidence to establish probable cause?

Describe how the U.S. Supreme Court divides its time while it is in session.

Prosecutors and defense attorneys are given a set number of ______, which allows them to dismiss a potential juror without specifying a reason.

Which of the following is an ultimate goal of achieving "Paper on Demand" for courts in the United States?