Exam 1: An Introduction to the Justice System

A(n) ________ is an order issued by a judicial officer or, pursuant to the authorization of a judicial officer, by the clerk of a court, requiring a person against whom a criminal charge has been filed to appear in a designated court at a specified date and time.

(Short Answer)

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Question 21

Because of the danger of conviction in a trial by jury, an accused would frequently revert to:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 22

The First 12 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution are called the Bill of Rights.

(True/False)

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Question 23

What constitutes justice?

(Short Answer)

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Question 24

The Court rules regulate the ________ of the courts in the areas not regulated by other rules.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 25

A(n) ________ is an order in response to a habeas corpus petition directing the respondent (warden) to file a return.

(Short Answer)

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Question 26

The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was directed to the states to prevent them from depriving any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

(True/False)

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Question 27

Describe characteristics of the American court system.

(Essay)

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Question 28

A(n) ________ is the preliminary examination of a potential juror to determine qualifications to serve as a juror; preliminary examination of a witness to determine his or her competency to speak the truth.

(Short Answer)

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Question 29

Judicial opinions do not construe the constitutionality of state statutes.

(True/False)

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Question 30

Much of the basic criminal law of this country originated from the common law of:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 31

________ or defects affecting substantial rights may be noticed, although they were not brought to the attention of the court.

(Short Answer)

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Question 32

The reason why a jury of twelve evolved is lost in the annals of history, but it is believed to have been based on the 12 nations of the Middle Ages.

(True/False)

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Question 33

Understanding our concept of justice requires a thoughtful comprehension of ________ which gives direction to our justice system.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 34

Judicial opinions construe the constitutionality, meaning, and effect of constitutional and statutory provisions.

(True/False)

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Question 35

Guilt or innocence historically has always been decided by a jury trial.

(True/False)

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Question 36

Court rules consist of the various standard procedures used by the courts.

(True/False)

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Question 37

What portions of the Bill of Rights are of particular significance to the administration of justice?

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Question 38

In states that have both district attorneys and county attorneys, the county attorneys are responsible for:

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 39

The Declaration of Independence became the basis of the guarantees later to be embodied in our Constitution.

(True/False)

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A(n) ________ is an order issued by a judicial officer or, pursuant to the authorization of a judicial officer, by the clerk of a court, requiring a person against whom a criminal charge has been filed to appear in a designated court at a specified date and time.

Because of the danger of conviction in a trial by jury, an accused would frequently revert to:

The First 12 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution are called the Bill of Rights.

What constitutes justice?

The Court rules regulate the ________ of the courts in the areas not regulated by other rules.

A(n) ________ is an order in response to a habeas corpus petition directing the respondent (warden) to file a return.

The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was directed to the states to prevent them from depriving any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

Describe characteristics of the American court system.

A(n) ________ is the preliminary examination of a potential juror to determine qualifications to serve as a juror; preliminary examination of a witness to determine his or her competency to speak the truth.

Judicial opinions do not construe the constitutionality of state statutes.

Much of the basic criminal law of this country originated from the common law of:

________ or defects affecting substantial rights may be noticed, although they were not brought to the attention of the court.

The reason why a jury of twelve evolved is lost in the annals of history, but it is believed to have been based on the 12 nations of the Middle Ages.

Understanding our concept of justice requires a thoughtful comprehension of ________ which gives direction to our justice system.

Judicial opinions construe the constitutionality, meaning, and effect of constitutional and statutory provisions.

Guilt or innocence historically has always been decided by a jury trial.

Court rules consist of the various standard procedures used by the courts.

What portions of the Bill of Rights are of particular significance to the administration of justice?

In states that have both district attorneys and county attorneys, the county attorneys are responsible for:

The Declaration of Independence became the basis of the guarantees later to be embodied in our Constitution.

Search and Seizure

Arrest and Custody

Law Enforcement and the Citizen on the Street

Privilege Against Compulsory Self-Incrimination

Initial Appearance and Arraignment

Assistance of Counsel

Pretrial Motions, Hearings, and Plea Negotiations

Courtroom Evidence

Jury

Trial Procedure

Deliberation of the Jury and the Verdict

Sentencing and Appeals

Collateral Proceedings and Writs

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