Question 1

Reflection of a judge's superior status.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines 
A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines H

Question 2

Discuss the work techniques that are often employed by courtroom work group core members. What is achieved by utilizing these techniques? Be specific and give examples.

Accepted Answer

The courtroom work group consists of the key players in the criminal justice system, including judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and sometimes even probation officers and court clerks. These core members often employ various work techniques to effectively carry out their roles and responsibilities within the courtroom.

One common technique used by judges is case management, which involves setting and enforcing deadlines for various stages of the legal process, such as filing motions, conducting discovery, and scheduling hearings and trials. By efficiently managing cases, judges can ensure that the legal process moves forward in a timely manner and that justice is served without unnecessary delays. For example, a judge may set a deadline for the prosecution to provide evidence to the defense, ensuring that the defendant's right to a fair trial is upheld.

Prosecutors and defense attorneys often use negotiation and plea bargaining as work techniques to resolve cases without going to trial. This involves discussing potential plea deals and reaching agreements on reduced charges or sentences in exchange for a guilty plea. By utilizing these techniques, the courtroom work group can efficiently resolve cases and alleviate the burden on the court system. For instance, a defense attorney may negotiate a plea deal for their client, resulting in a reduced sentence and avoiding the need for a lengthy trial.

Additionally, courtroom work group members may use collaboration and communication techniques to coordinate their efforts and ensure that the legal process runs smoothly. This can involve regular meetings and discussions to address case-related issues and make decisions collaboratively. By working together effectively, the courtroom work group can streamline the legal process and achieve fair and just outcomes for all parties involved.

Overall, the work techniques employed by courtroom work group core members are aimed at promoting efficiency, fairness, and justice within the legal system. By utilizing these techniques, they can effectively manage cases, resolve disputes, and uphold the principles of the criminal justice system.

Question 3

Judges typically have the academic training and personal inclination to serve as administrators in their courts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Discuss the problems that may arise when the goals of the courtroom work group are disrupted. This may occur as a result of laws passed by legislative bodies. How can these problems be prevented while still allowing legislators to address societal issues that relate to the court system? Explain your reasoning.

Accepted Answer

The goals of the courtroom work group, w

Question 5

The core members of the courtroom work group include judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Goal that serves the function of getting the courts' work done.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines 
A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines

Question 7

Court funding generally comes from __________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  The federal government. 
B)  State governments. 
C)  Local governments. 
D)  Regulatory agencies. 
A)  The federal government. 
B)  State governments. 
C)  Local governments. 
D)  Regulatory agencies.

Question 8

Prosecutors can request that a case be dismissed through the filing of a motion for habeas corpus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Often the most obvious goal of the members of the courtroom work group is to dispose of cases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Sentencing negotiations in which the prosecutor and defense attorney discuss whether probation may be an acceptable sentence.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines 
A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines

Question 11

The factors that unite the courtroom work group increase the likelihood that the case will end with a(n) _____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  Guilty verdict. 
B)  Acquittal. 
C)  Plea bargain. 
D)  Hung jury. 
A)  Guilty verdict. 
B)  Acquittal. 
C)  Plea bargain. 
D)  Hung jury.

Question 12

Which courtroom work group member determines whether the accused will be granted bail?

Accepted Answer

A)  The judge. 
B)  The jury. 
C)  The prosecutor. 
D)  The defense counsel. 
A)  The judge. 
B)  The jury. 
C)  The prosecutor. 
D)  The defense counsel.

Question 13

The judge's role as the supreme ruler of the courtroom is a reflection of what country's legal system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Spain. 
B)  France. 
C)  Italy. 
D)  England. 
A)  Spain. 
B)  France. 
C)  Italy. 
D)  England.

Question 14

In a negotiation, which attorney is generally in a superior position of negotiating power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prosecuting attorney. 
B)  Defense attorney. 
C)  Court-appointed attorney. 
D)  Privately retained attorney. 
A)  Prosecuting attorney. 
B)  Defense attorney. 
C)  Court-appointed attorney. 
D)  Privately retained attorney.

Question 15

A court's jurisdiction is defined by ____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  A council of judges. 
B)  The president. 
C)  Legislative bodies. 
D)  The U.S. Supreme Court. 
A)  A council of judges. 
B)  The president. 
C)  Legislative bodies. 
D)  The U.S. Supreme Court.

Question 16

When a defendant is acquitted because of a mandatory punishment that is grossly disproportionate to the offense.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines 
A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines

Question 17

Explain the four goals that are held by all three core courtroom work groups. How does each group work to meet these goals? Be specific and give examples.

Accepted Answer

The four goals held by all three core co

Question 18

A short-hand assessment of the true seriousness of a case by members of the courtroom work group is known as the going rate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following would refer to information that would exonerate the defendant?

Accepted Answer

A)  Exculpatory evidence. 
B)  Prejudicial evidence. 
C)  Testimonial evidence. 
D)  Interrogatory evidence. 
A)  Exculpatory evidence. 
B)  Prejudicial evidence. 
C)  Testimonial evidence. 
D)  Interrogatory evidence.

Question 20

Limitation on a judge's authority.

Accepted Answer

A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines 
A)  Assembly line 
B)  In-or-out debate 
C)  Doing justice 
D)  Knowledge 
E)  Courtroom work group
F) Jury nullification
G) Disposing of cases
H) Courtroom design
I) Going rate
J) Sentencing guidelines

Reflection of a judge's superior status.

Discuss the work techniques that are often employed by courtroom work group core members. What is achieved by utilizing these techniques? Be specific and give examples.

Judges typically have the academic training and personal inclination to serve as administrators in their courts.

The core members of the courtroom work group include judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys.

Goal that serves the function of getting the courts' work done.

Court funding generally comes from __________________.

Prosecutors can request that a case be dismissed through the filing of a motion for habeas corpus.

Often the most obvious goal of the members of the courtroom work group is to dispose of cases.

Sentencing negotiations in which the prosecutor and defense attorney discuss whether probation may be an acceptable sentence.

The factors that unite the courtroom work group increase the likelihood that the case will end with a(n) _____________________.

Which courtroom work group member determines whether the accused will be granted bail?

The judge's role as the supreme ruler of the courtroom is a reflection of what country's legal system?

In a negotiation, which attorney is generally in a superior position of negotiating power?

A court's jurisdiction is defined by ____________________.

When a defendant is acquitted because of a mandatory punishment that is grossly disproportionate to the offense.

Explain the four goals that are held by all three core courtroom work groups. How does each group work to meet these goals? Be specific and give examples.

A short-hand assessment of the true seriousness of a case by members of the courtroom work group is known as the going rate.

Which of the following would refer to information that would exonerate the defendant?

Limitation on a judge's authority.

An Overview of the American Legal System

Foundations and Functions of Law

Judges

Lawyers and Litigants

Jurors, Witnesses, and Others in the Judicial Process

Trials and Trial Procedures

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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Exam 3: The Courtroom Work Group

Reflection of a judge's superior status.

Discuss the work techniques that are often employed by courtroom work group core members. What is achieved by utilizing these techniques? Be specific and give examples.

Judges typically have the academic training and personal inclination to serve as administrators in their courts.

The core members of the courtroom work group include judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys.

Goal that serves the function of getting the courts' work done.

Court funding generally comes from __________________.

Prosecutors can request that a case be dismissed through the filing of a motion for habeas corpus.

Often the most obvious goal of the members of the courtroom work group is to dispose of cases.

Sentencing negotiations in which the prosecutor and defense attorney discuss whether probation may be an acceptable sentence.

The factors that unite the courtroom work group increase the likelihood that the case will end with a(n) _____________________.

Which courtroom work group member determines whether the accused will be granted bail?

The judge's role as the supreme ruler of the courtroom is a reflection of what country's legal system?

In a negotiation, which attorney is generally in a superior position of negotiating power?

A court's jurisdiction is defined by ____________________.

When a defendant is acquitted because of a mandatory punishment that is grossly disproportionate to the offense.

Explain the four goals that are held by all three core courtroom work groups. How does each group work to meet these goals? Be specific and give examples.

A short-hand assessment of the true seriousness of a case by members of the courtroom work group is known as the going rate.

Which of the following would refer to information that would exonerate the defendant?

Limitation on a judge's authority.

An Overview of the American Legal System

Foundations and Functions of Law

Judges

Lawyers and Litigants

Jurors, Witnesses, and Others in the Judicial Process

Trials and Trial Procedures

Sentencing

Courts of Limited Jurisdiction and Specialized Courts

Courts of General Trial Jurisdiction

Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction

Addressing the Problems and Crafting Solutions

Filters