Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) to cut staff needed for filing and organizing paper files 
B) to ensure that there are no more lost files 
C) to increase the speed with which files can be submitted to journalists and researchers 
D) to ensure that European courts are not more advanced than American courts 
A) to cut staff needed for filing and organizing paper files 
B) to ensure that there are no more lost files 
C) to increase the speed with which files can be submitted to journalists and researchers 
D) to ensure that European courts are not more advanced than American courts B

Question 2

What preconviction process benefits the defense by avoiding the risk of a harsher punishment and benefits the prosecution by avoiding the risk of acquittal?

Accepted Answer

A) plea bargaining 
B) pretrial release 
C) pretrial detention 
D) peremptory challenges 
A) plea bargaining 
B) pretrial release 
C) pretrial detention 
D) peremptory challenges A

Question 3

Explain the methods and purpose of the adversarial system in the United States.

Accepted Answer

The adversarial system in the United States is a legal system where two opposing parties present their cases before a neutral party, such as a judge or jury. The purpose of the adversarial system is to ensure that all relevant evidence and arguments are presented and tested in a fair and impartial manner. This system is based on the belief that the truth will emerge from the clash of opposing arguments.

In the adversarial system, each party is responsible for gathering and presenting evidence to support their case, and for challenging the evidence and arguments presented by the opposing party. This is in contrast to an inquisitorial system, where the judge takes a more active role in investigating and gathering evidence.

The methods of the adversarial system include the right to cross-examine witnesses, the right to present evidence, and the right to have legal representation. These methods are designed to ensure that each party has a fair opportunity to present their case and to challenge the case presented by the opposing party.

Overall, the adversarial system in the United States is intended to promote fairness, transparency, and the search for truth in the legal process. It allows for a robust and thorough examination of the evidence and arguments, and ultimately aims to ensure that justice is served.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) trial courts of general jurisdiction 
B) trial courts of limited jurisdiction 
C) district courts 
D) state supreme courts 
A) trial courts of general jurisdiction 
B) trial courts of limited jurisdiction 
C) district courts 
D) state supreme courts

Question 5

At his arraignment, Roger entered a plea of "not guilty." What will happen next?

Accepted Answer

A) He will go to trial. 
B) He will have an initial appearance with his attorney. 
C) He will be offered a plea bargain. 
D) He will be appointed a new attorney. 
A) He will go to trial. 
B) He will have an initial appearance with his attorney. 
C) He will be offered a plea bargain. 
D) He will be appointed a new attorney.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

1. Cash Bail: The defendant or someone o

Question 7

For how long do district judges serve?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 years 
B) 15 years 
C) 30 years 
D) life time 
A) 2 years 
B) 15 years 
C) 30 years 
D) life time

Question 8

In most states, the trial courts of general jurisdiction are also grouped into judicial districts or circuits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

At which level of court would a murder trial be held?

Accepted Answer

A) state appellate court 
B) state supreme court 
C) trial court of limited jurisdiction 
D) trial court of general jurisdiction 
A) state appellate court 
B) state supreme court 
C) trial court of limited jurisdiction 
D) trial court of general jurisdiction

Question 10

Court documents should only be used as a last resort.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The exchange of evidence between prosecutor and defense attorney prior to trial, with the goal of promoting a fair trial, is known as ______.

Accepted Answer

A) disclosure 
B) exchanged evidence 
C) exculpatory evidence 
D) discovery 
A) disclosure 
B) exchanged evidence 
C) exculpatory evidence 
D) discovery

Question 12

The United States has a ______ court system, which includes both a state and federal court system.

Accepted Answer

A) single 
B) coordinating 
C) dual 
D) complementary 
A) single 
B) coordinating 
C) dual 
D) complementary

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What factors can a judge take into consideration when determining whether to offer an individual bail?

Accepted Answer

When a judge is determining whether to o

Question 15

How many Supreme Court justices are there?

Accepted Answer

A) 5 
B) 7 
C) 9 
D) 12 
A) 5 
B) 7 
C) 9 
D) 12

Question 16

What functions do trial courts of limited jurisdiction serve with regard to felony cases?

Accepted Answer

Trial courts of limited jurisdiction, al

Question 17

What is the difference between cross-examination and redirect?

Accepted Answer

A) A redirect is only available to prosecutors, while cross-examination is available to both the prosecution and the defense. 
B) A redirect is only available if the defendant has pled guilty. 
C) Redirection is the reexamination of a witness that occurs after the other party has completed cross-examination. 
D) Redirects are only available during the appeals process. 
A) A redirect is only available to prosecutors, while cross-examination is available to both the prosecution and the defense. 
B) A redirect is only available if the defendant has pled guilty. 
C) Redirection is the reexamination of a witness that occurs after the other party has completed cross-examination. 
D) Redirects are only available during the appeals process.

Question 18

Which of the following examples might lead a court to believe that an individuals' right to a speedy trial was violated in the state courts?

Accepted Answer

A) The prosecution delayed the trial because a key witness was unavailable. 
B) The trial has been delayed for 6 months from the date of arrest. 
C) The trial has been delayed for 2 years after the date of arrest because the defense team benefitted from the delay. 
D) The prosecution delayed the trial unnecessarily in order to help their own case, during which time a key defense witness passed away. 
A) The prosecution delayed the trial because a key witness was unavailable. 
B) The trial has been delayed for 6 months from the date of arrest. 
C) The trial has been delayed for 2 years after the date of arrest because the defense team benefitted from the delay. 
D) The prosecution delayed the trial unnecessarily in order to help their own case, during which time a key defense witness passed away.

Question 19

The U.S.Supreme Court has the ultimate jurisdiction over all federal courts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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

What preconviction process benefits the defense by avoiding the risk of a harsher punishment and benefits the prosecution by avoiding the risk of acquittal?

Explain the methods and purpose of the adversarial system in the United States.

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

At his arraignment, Roger entered a plea of "not guilty." What will happen next?

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

For how long do district judges serve?

In most states, the trial courts of general jurisdiction are also grouped into judicial districts or circuits.

At which level of court would a murder trial be held?

Court documents should only be used as a last resort.

The exchange of evidence between prosecutor and defense attorney prior to trial, with the goal of promoting a fair trial, is known as ______.

The United States has a ______ court system, which includes both a state and federal court system.

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

What factors can a judge take into consideration when determining whether to offer an individual bail?

How many Supreme Court justices are there?

What functions do trial courts of limited jurisdiction serve with regard to felony cases?

What is the difference between cross-examination and redirect?

Which of the following examples might lead a court to believe that an individuals' right to a speedy trial was violated in the state courts?

The U.S.Supreme Court has the ultimate jurisdiction over all federal courts.

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

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

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

What preconviction process benefits the defense by avoiding the risk of a harsher punishment and benefits the prosecution by avoiding the risk of acquittal?

Explain the methods and purpose of the adversarial system in the United States.

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

At his arraignment, Roger entered a plea of "not guilty." What will happen next?

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

For how long do district judges serve?

In most states, the trial courts of general jurisdiction are also grouped into judicial districts or circuits.

At which level of court would a murder trial be held?

Court documents should only be used as a last resort.

The exchange of evidence between prosecutor and defense attorney prior to trial, with the goal of promoting a fair trial, is known as ______.

The United States has a ______ court system, which includes both a state and federal court system.

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

What factors can a judge take into consideration when determining whether to offer an individual bail?

How many Supreme Court justices are there?

What functions do trial courts of limited jurisdiction serve with regard to felony cases?

What is the difference between cross-examination and redirect?

Which of the following examples might lead a court to believe that an individuals' right to a speedy trial was violated in the state courts?

The U.S.Supreme Court has the ultimate jurisdiction over all federal courts.

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

Fundamentals of Criminal Justice: Essential Themes and Practices

Foundations of Law and Crime: Nature, Elements, and Measurement

Theories of Criminality and Crime

Ethical Essentials: Doing Right When No One Is Watching

Police Organization: Structure and Functions

Police at Work: Patrolling and Investigating

Policing Methods and Challenges: Issues of Force, Liability, and Technologies

Expounding the Constitution: Laws of Arrest, Search, and Seizure

The Bench and the Bar: Those Who Judge, Prosecute, and Defend

Court Methods and Challenges: Sentencing and Punishment

Prisons and Jails: Structure and Function

The Inmates World: the Keepers and the Kept

Corrections in the Community: Probation, Parole, and Other Alternatives to Incarceration

Juvenile Justice: Philosophy, Law, and Practices

On the Crime Policy and Prevention Agenda: Drug Abuse, Sex Trafficking, Terrorism, and Immigration

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