Question 1

Witnesses can be from the courtroom during a trial to prevent one witness from hearing
another witness's testimony.

Accepted Answer

sequestered

Question 2

In a criminal trial, the prosecution presents its case first.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Statements about the defendant's criminal record and reputation as a law-breaker are inadmissible before a jury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

When officers testify, it is advisable for them to admit:

Accepted Answer

A) any biases. 
B) when they do not understand a question. 
C) when they feel the question is inappropriate. 
D) when they do not want to answer the question. 
A) any biases. 
B) when they do not understand a question. 
C) when they feel the question is inappropriate. 
D) when they do not want to answer the question.

Question 5

Redirect examination follows:

Accepted Answer

A) direct examination. 
B) re-cross-examination. 
C) cross-examination. 
D) surrebuttal. 
A) direct examination. 
B) re-cross-examination. 
C) cross-examination. 
D) surrebuttal.

Question 6

Gestures, eye movement, and facial expressions are all forms of communication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gestures, eye movement, and facial expressions are...

Question 7

The law is interpreted for the jurors by the bailiff.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Roles are clearly defined for both the prosecution and the defense because in the United States we have what type of legal system?

Accepted Answer

A) adversarial 
B) contentious 
C) federalist 
D) accusatory 
A) adversarial 
B) contentious 
C) federalist 
D) accusatory

Question 9

A trial before a judge without a jury is referred to as a bench trial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The ________________ Amendment protects defendants against self-incrimination.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________________ Amendment protects defendants against self-incrimination....

Question 11

If a case is exceptionally cleared, this means that:

Accepted Answer

A) no charges are being filed because the prosecutor did not share evidence with the defender. 
B) the testimony of the officer was exceptional. 
C) no charges are being filed because of something that happened outside the investigation. 
D) the motion in limine was not upheld. 
A) no charges are being filed because the prosecutor did not share evidence with the defender. 
B) the testimony of the officer was exceptional. 
C) no charges are being filed because of something that happened outside the investigation. 
D) the motion in limine was not upheld.

Question 12

The case should not be discussed with any witnesses while waiting to testify at trial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The "win" for an investigator who testifies is to have established credibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When asked for some type of measurement by either attorney, it is recommended that the officer either provide an approximation such as "I was approximately 45 feet away" or:

Accepted Answer

A) provide a range. 
B) use a defensive tone. 
C) employ hand gestures. 
D) quote directly from the report. 
A) provide a range. 
B) use a defensive tone. 
C) employ hand gestures. 
D) quote directly from the report.

Question 15

Briefly outline the usual sequence of events in a criminal trial.

Accepted Answer

A trial begins with a case being called

Question 16

It is always acceptable for law enforcement officers to offer opinions and conclusions when testifying.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

_______________ witnesses are used by the defense to contradict the testimony or evidence presented by the prosecution.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ witnesses are used by the defense...

Question 18

While testifying, an investigator should only refer to his or her notes to ensure consistency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A motion that requests the judge to issue a protective order against prejudicial questions or statements is called a motion to suppress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Officers who testify in court should:

Accepted Answer

A) dress appropriately and operate on their own time. 
B) admit when they have made a mistake in the investigation. 
C) admit when they don't know the answer to the question. 
D) make direct eye contact with the defendant during testimony. 
A) dress appropriately and operate on their own time. 
B) admit when they have made a mistake in the investigation. 
C) admit when they don't know the answer to the question. 
D) make direct eye contact with the defendant during testimony.

Exam 21: Preparing for and Presenting Cases in Court

Witnesses can be from the courtroom during a trial to prevent one witness from hearing another witness's testimony.

In a criminal trial, the prosecution presents its case first.

Statements about the defendant's criminal record and reputation as a law-breaker are inadmissible before a jury.

When officers testify, it is advisable for them to admit:

Redirect examination follows:

Gestures, eye movement, and facial expressions are all forms of communication.

The law is interpreted for the jurors by the bailiff.

Roles are clearly defined for both the prosecution and the defense because in the United States we have what type of legal system?

A trial before a judge without a jury is referred to as a bench trial.

The ________________ Amendment protects defendants against self-incrimination.

If a case is exceptionally cleared, this means that:

The case should not be discussed with any witnesses while waiting to testify at trial.

The "win" for an investigator who testifies is to have established credibility.

When asked for some type of measurement by either attorney, it is recommended that the officer either provide an approximation such as "I was approximately 45 feet away" or:

Briefly outline the usual sequence of events in a criminal trial.

It is always acceptable for law enforcement officers to offer opinions and conclusions when testifying.

_______________ witnesses are used by the defense to contradict the testimony or evidence presented by the prosecution.

While testifying, an investigator should only refer to his or her notes to ensure consistency.

A motion that requests the judge to issue a protective order against prejudicial questions or statements is called a motion to suppress.

Officers who testify in court should:

Criminal Investigation an Overview

Documenting the Crime Scene Note Taking Photographing and Sketching

Writing Effective Reports

Searches

Forensics Physical Evidence

Obtaining Information and Intelligence

Identifying and Arresting Suspects

Death Investigations

Assault Domestic Violence Stalking and Elder Abuse

Sex Offenses

Crimes Against Children

Robbery

Burglary

Larency Theft Fraud and White Collar Crime

Motor Vehicle Theft

Arson Bombs and Explosives

Computer Crime

A Dual Threat Drug Related Crime and Organized Crime

Criminal Activities of Gangs and Other Dangerous Groups

Terrorism and Homeland Security

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