Question 1

Prosecutors are not influenced by the political system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Explain the elements of  inadequate counsel .  Who determines what makes an attorney competent?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but students should explain that inadequate counsel is somewhat hard to describe.  There are various factors that could occur in order to label someone inadequate. An attorney who is classified as competent has represented his or her client as expected.

Question 3

It is an established fact that those who work within the public defender's office have an extensive caseload and low salary.  What would draw an attorney to work in such circumstances?   How do these characteristics impact attorney competence?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary.  Students may state that a public defender enjoys helping those in need. They also may report that these attorneys use this position as a stepping stone to private practice or into the political arena.

Question 4

Each separate offense of which a person is accused in an indictment or an information is called a

Accepted Answer

A) rap sheet. 
B) bill of attainder. 
C) count. 
D) discovery. 
A) rap sheet. 
B) bill of attainder. 
C) count. 
D) discovery.

Question 5

A defense attorney who works to prepare the defendant for the likely outcome of punishment and who helps persuade the defendant to plead guilty is said to be performing the role of:

Accepted Answer

A) agent-mediator 
B) slow plea of guilty 
C) beleaguered dealer 
D) beleaguered guilty 
A) agent-mediator 
B) slow plea of guilty 
C) beleaguered dealer 
D) beleaguered guilty

Question 6

An entry made by a prosecutor on the record of a case and announced in court to indicate that the charges specified will not be prosecuted is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) discovery. 
B) counts. 
C) nolle prosequi . 
D) trial. 
A) discovery. 
B) counts. 
C) nolle prosequi . 
D) trial.

Question 7

A private attorney who contracts with the government to represent all indigents is called _________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A private attorney who contracts with the...

Question 8

Information is made available by prosecutors to defense attorneys during the _______ process.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Information is made available by prosecutors to...

Question 9

Charges are not likely brought against offenders when victims

Accepted Answer

A) are upstanding members of society. 
B) are not credible. 
C) want the offender prosecuted. 
D) are trustworthy. 
A) are upstanding members of society. 
B) are not credible. 
C) want the offender prosecuted. 
D) are trustworthy.

Question 10

John is a district attorney for a large metropolitan area.  He is facing reelection in approximately 1 year.  During the course of John's day, he receives news that a well-known professional football player has attempted to murder his wife of less than a year.  Apparently, the player found his wife in a comprising position with another player on the team.  John knows that how he prosecutes this media-driven case may determine if he is reelected.
Even though the community is demanding charges and a trial, it will be John's final decision to go to trial or plea bargain the case.  John has a great deal of __________ in making his decision.

Accepted Answer

A) dilemma 
B) authority 
C) discretion 
D) ability 
A) dilemma 
B) authority 
C) discretion 
D) ability

Question 11

The process of a prosecutor sharing information with the defense is called :

Accepted Answer

A) nolle prosequi. 
B) evidence sufficiency . 
C) probable cause. 
D) discovery. 
A) nolle prosequi. 
B) evidence sufficiency . 
C) probable cause. 
D) discovery.

Question 12

System efficiency refers to the presence of sufficient legal elements to ensure successful prosecution of a case.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

During the discovery process, it is legal for a prosecutor to hide from a defense attorney any evidence that tends to show that the defendant is innocent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which is a factor that increases the power of prosecutors?

Accepted Answer

A) Many of their decisions are hidden from public view. 
B) They must have a judge sign off on any decision to drop a case. 
C) They are dependent on the defense attorney for witness statements. 
D) Jurisdictional boundaries are sometimes confusing. 
A) Many of their decisions are hidden from public view. 
B) They must have a judge sign off on any decision to drop a case. 
C) They are dependent on the defense attorney for witness statements. 
D) Jurisdictional boundaries are sometimes confusing.

Question 15

How might public opinion affect a prosecutor's decision to try a certain case?

Accepted Answer

A) Prosecutors conduct surveys of the community to determine which cases are most important. 
B) Prosecutors are elected, so their decisions should reflect community values. 
C) Prosecutors have no discretion to try cases-they must bring every case they receive to court. 
D) Prosecutors keep the community happy by having low conviction rates. 
A) Prosecutors conduct surveys of the community to determine which cases are most important. 
B) Prosecutors are elected, so their decisions should reflect community values. 
C) Prosecutors have no discretion to try cases-they must bring every case they receive to court. 
D) Prosecutors keep the community happy by having low conviction rates.

Question 16

What is the most common method of selection for the job of county prosecutor?

Accepted Answer

A) Merit selection 
B) Appointment 
C) Election 
D) Volunteer 
A) Merit selection 
B) Appointment 
C) Election 
D) Volunteer

Question 17

Prosecutors have great influence at virtually every stage of the criminal justice process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Describe the roles of the prosecuting attorney.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but students should n

Question 19

In most cases involving plea bargains and dismissals, defense attorneys are more like a cooperating partner and less like an all-out adversary to a prosecutor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Officials responsible for prosecuting crimes against the federal government are called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

United Sta

Prosecutors are not influenced by the political system.

Explain the elements of inadequate counsel . Who determines what makes an attorney competent?

It is an established fact that those who work within the public defender's office have an extensive caseload and low salary. What would draw an attorney to work in such circumstances? How do these characteristics impact attorney competence?

Each separate offense of which a person is accused in an indictment or an information is called a

A defense attorney who works to prepare the defendant for the likely outcome of punishment and who helps persuade the defendant to plead guilty is said to be performing the role of:

An entry made by a prosecutor on the record of a case and announced in court to indicate that the charges specified will not be prosecuted is referred to as

A private attorney who contracts with the government to represent all indigents is called _________.

Information is made available by prosecutors to defense attorneys during the _______ process.

Charges are not likely brought against offenders when victims

The process of a prosecutor sharing information with the defense is called :

System efficiency refers to the presence of sufficient legal elements to ensure successful prosecution of a case.

During the discovery process, it is legal for a prosecutor to hide from a defense attorney any evidence that tends to show that the defendant is innocent.

Which is a factor that increases the power of prosecutors?

How might public opinion affect a prosecutor's decision to try a certain case?

What is the most common method of selection for the job of county prosecutor?

Prosecutors have great influence at virtually every stage of the criminal justice process.

Describe the roles of the prosecuting attorney.

In most cases involving plea bargains and dismissals, defense attorneys are more like a cooperating partner and less like an all-out adversary to a prosecutor.

Officials responsible for prosecuting crimes against the federal government are called ____________________.

Crime and Justice in America

Victimization and Criminal Behavior

The Criminal Justice System

Criminal Justice and the Rule of Law

Police

Police Officers and Law Enforcement Operations

Policing Contemporary Issues and Challenges

Police and Constitutional Law

Courts and Pretrial Processes

Determination of Guilt Plea Bargaining and Trials

Punishment and Sentencing

Corrections

Community Corrections Probation and Interrmediate Sanctions

Incarceration and Prison Society

Reentry Into the Community

Juvenile Justice

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Exam 10: Prosecution and Defense

Prosecutors are not influenced by the political system.

Explain the elements of inadequate counsel . Who determines what makes an attorney competent?

It is an established fact that those who work within the public defender's office have an extensive caseload and low salary. What would draw an attorney to work in such circumstances? How do these characteristics impact attorney competence?

Each separate offense of which a person is accused in an indictment or an information is called a

A defense attorney who works to prepare the defendant for the likely outcome of punishment and who helps persuade the defendant to plead guilty is said to be performing the role of:

An entry made by a prosecutor on the record of a case and announced in court to indicate that the charges specified will not be prosecuted is referred to as

A private attorney who contracts with the government to represent all indigents is called _________.

Information is made available by prosecutors to defense attorneys during the _______ process.

Charges are not likely brought against offenders when victims

The process of a prosecutor sharing information with the defense is called :

System efficiency refers to the presence of sufficient legal elements to ensure successful prosecution of a case.

During the discovery process, it is legal for a prosecutor to hide from a defense attorney any evidence that tends to show that the defendant is innocent.

Which is a factor that increases the power of prosecutors?

How might public opinion affect a prosecutor's decision to try a certain case?

What is the most common method of selection for the job of county prosecutor?

Prosecutors have great influence at virtually every stage of the criminal justice process.

Describe the roles of the prosecuting attorney.

In most cases involving plea bargains and dismissals, defense attorneys are more like a cooperating partner and less like an all-out adversary to a prosecutor.

Officials responsible for prosecuting crimes against the federal government are called ____________________.

Crime and Justice in America

Victimization and Criminal Behavior

The Criminal Justice System

Criminal Justice and the Rule of Law

Police

Police Officers and Law Enforcement Operations

Policing Contemporary Issues and Challenges

Police and Constitutional Law

Courts and Pretrial Processes

Determination of Guilt Plea Bargaining and Trials

Punishment and Sentencing

Corrections

Community Corrections Probation and Interrmediate Sanctions

Incarceration and Prison Society

Reentry Into the Community

Juvenile Justice

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