Question 1

According to County of Riverside v. McLaughlin, initial appearances must take place within ____ hours after an arrest.

Accepted Answer

A)  24. 
B)  36. 
C)  48. 
D)  72. 
A)  24. 
B)  36. 
C)  48. 
D)  72. C

Question 2

The initial questioning by the party that called a witness is

Accepted Answer

A)  Direct examination. 
B)  Cross examination. 
C)  Voir dire. 
D)  None of the above. 
A)  Direct examination. 
B)  Cross examination. 
C)  Voir dire. 
D)  None of the above. A

Question 3

In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court sanction the use of preventive detention?

Accepted Answer

A)  Williams v. Florida. 
B)  Miranda v. Arizona. 
C)  Gideon v. Wainwright. 
D)  United States v. Salerno. 
A)  Williams v. Florida. 
B)  Miranda v. Arizona. 
C)  Gideon v. Wainwright. 
D)  United States v. Salerno. D

Question 4

Which of the following is not a due process right that may be addressed at an arraignment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Right to a speedy and public trial. 
B)  Right to a trial by jury. 
C)  Right to confront accusing witnesses. 
D)  Right of free speech. 
A)  Right to a speedy and public trial. 
B)  Right to a trial by jury. 
C)  Right to confront accusing witnesses. 
D)  Right of free speech.

Question 5

The Supreme Court case of United States v. Salerno permitted the use of preventive detention in cases where there is a flight risk or threats to public safety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Motion to compel disclosure of information related to litigation.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention 
A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention

Question 7

Civil motion that requests that the court limit issues or evidence that can be presented at trial.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention 
A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention

Question 8

Which case established the current standard for the admissibility of scientific evidence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Frye v. United States. 
B)  J. E. B. v. Alabama. 
C)  Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals. 
D)  Burch v. Louisiana. 
A)  Frye v. United States. 
B)  J. E. B. v. Alabama. 
C)  Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals. 
D)  Burch v. Louisiana.

Question 9

Gives defendants the right to a trial by jury.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention 
A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention

Question 10

Most other nations have the same plea-bargaining practices as the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When we incarcerate people to limit their criminal opportunities this is known as incapacitation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Discuss the factors that make a trial a high-profile event that commands public attention. What issues does it raise that this is often the public's perception of the criminal justice process? Be specific and give examples.

Accepted Answer

A trial becomes a high-profile event tha

Question 13

The purpose of _________ is to ensure that a suspect appears for the next court hearing.

Accepted Answer

A)  Initial appearances. 
B)  Arraignment. 
C)  Bail. 
D)  Preventive detention. 
A)  Initial appearances. 
B)  Arraignment. 
C)  Bail. 
D)  Preventive detention.

Question 14

Grand jury hearings are normally open to the public.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Discuss the use of scientific evidence in the courtroom and the factors that must be considered to establish scientific validity. What are the advantages and disadvantages to using scientific evidence in court? Should this type of evidence be used by judges and juries with no scientific training? Explain your reasoning.

Accepted Answer

The use of scientific evidence in the co

Question 16

After arrest, individuals are held temporarily without release options so that what can take place?

Accepted Answer

A)  Investigation. 
B)  Initial appearance. 
C)  Arraignment. 
D)  Sentencing. 
A)  Investigation. 
B)  Initial appearance. 
C)  Arraignment. 
D)  Sentencing.

Question 17

Idea that there are some situations that require the accused to remain incarcerated without bail.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention 
A)  Fifth Amendment 
B)  Sixth Amendment 
C)  Eighth Amendment 
D)  Change of venue 
E)  In limine
F) Continuance
G) Presentence investigation report
H) De novo
I) Discovery
J) Preventive detention

Question 18

Police officers can make arrests for felonies without a warrant if they have probable cause.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A defendant is asked to enter a plea during a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  Initial appearance. 
B)  Arraignment. 
C)  Preliminary hearing. 
D)  Grand jury hearing. 
A)  Initial appearance. 
B)  Arraignment. 
C)  Preliminary hearing. 
D)  Grand jury hearing.

Question 20

One of the chief reasons for conducting a preliminary hearing is to ensure that there is sufficient probable cause for the case to go forward.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

According to County of Riverside v. McLaughlin, initial appearances must take place within ____ hours after an arrest.

The initial questioning by the party that called a witness is

In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court sanction the use of preventive detention?

Which of the following is not a due process right that may be addressed at an arraignment?

The Supreme Court case of United States v. Salerno permitted the use of preventive detention in cases where there is a flight risk or threats to public safety.

Motion to compel disclosure of information related to litigation.

Civil motion that requests that the court limit issues or evidence that can be presented at trial.

Which case established the current standard for the admissibility of scientific evidence?

Gives defendants the right to a trial by jury.

Most other nations have the same plea-bargaining practices as the United States.

When we incarcerate people to limit their criminal opportunities this is known as incapacitation.

Discuss the factors that make a trial a high-profile event that commands public attention. What issues does it raise that this is often the public's perception of the criminal justice process? Be specific and give examples.

The purpose of _________ is to ensure that a suspect appears for the next court hearing.

Grand jury hearings are normally open to the public.

After arrest, individuals are held temporarily without release options so that what can take place?

Idea that there are some situations that require the accused to remain incarcerated without bail.

Police officers can make arrests for felonies without a warrant if they have probable cause.

A defendant is asked to enter a plea during a(n)

One of the chief reasons for conducting a preliminary hearing is to ensure that there is sufficient probable cause for the case to go forward.

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According to County of Riverside v. McLaughlin, initial appearances must take place within ____ hours after an arrest.

The initial questioning by the party that called a witness is

In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court sanction the use of preventive detention?

Which of the following is not a due process right that may be addressed at an arraignment?

The Supreme Court case of United States v. Salerno permitted the use of preventive detention in cases where there is a flight risk or threats to public safety.

Motion to compel disclosure of information related to litigation.

Civil motion that requests that the court limit issues or evidence that can be presented at trial.

Which case established the current standard for the admissibility of scientific evidence?

Gives defendants the right to a trial by jury.

Most other nations have the same plea-bargaining practices as the United States.

When we incarcerate people to limit their criminal opportunities this is known as incapacitation.

Discuss the factors that make a trial a high-profile event that commands public attention. What issues does it raise that this is often the public's perception of the criminal justice process? Be specific and give examples.

The purpose of _________ is to ensure that a suspect appears for the next court hearing.

Grand jury hearings are normally open to the public.

After arrest, individuals are held temporarily without release options so that what can take place?

Idea that there are some situations that require the accused to remain incarcerated without bail.

Police officers can make arrests for felonies without a warrant if they have probable cause.

A defendant is asked to enter a plea during a(n)

One of the chief reasons for conducting a preliminary hearing is to ensure that there is sufficient probable cause for the case to go forward.

An Overview of the American Legal System

Foundations and Functions of Law

The Courtroom Work Group

Judges

Lawyers and Litigants

Jurors, Witnesses, and Others in the Judicial Process

Sentencing

Courts of Limited Jurisdiction and Specialized Courts

Courts of General Trial Jurisdiction

Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction

Addressing the Problems and Crafting Solutions

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