Question 1

Relevant, reliable evidence may be inadmissible if it is _____________.

Accepted Answer

incompetent

Question 2

Why are some states' rules of evidence different from the federal rules of evidence?

Accepted Answer

Most states have adopted rules of evidence almost identical to the Federal Rules, however, each state retains the power to interpret and modify those rules of evidence.Thus, the meaning and application of the Federal Rules of Evidence can vary between federal courts and state courts and between the states.

Question 3

In our adversary system of justice, the defense and prosecution

Accepted Answer

A) cooperate to see that justice is done. 
B) readily share evidence and information. 
C) present their best case and challenge the opponent's case. 
D) rarely challenge the admissibility of the opponent's evidence. 
A) cooperate to see that justice is done. 
B) readily share evidence and information. 
C) present their best case and challenge the opponent's case. 
D) rarely challenge the admissibility of the opponent's evidence. C

Question 4

The American system of justice is basically an adversary system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In the adversary system, each side seeks to present evidence that is most favorable to its position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The Federal Rules of Evidence must be followed in all state trials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The main actors at the trial are the judge, the _____, the prosecutor, and the defense attorney.

Accepted Answer

A) investigator 
B) victim 
C) jury 
D) defendant 
A) investigator 
B) victim 
C) jury 
D) defendant

Question 8

At a jury trial, the ____________ determines the facts of the case.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At a jury trial, the ____________ determines...

Question 9

Nonrelevant evidence is generally admissible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense.

Accepted Answer

A) DeAngelis 
B) Powell 
C) Curtain 
D) Brady 
A) DeAngelis 
B) Powell 
C) Curtain 
D) Brady

Question 11

The scope of federal criminal jurisdiction under the ____________ Clause is contentious.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The scope of federal criminal jurisdiction under...

Question 12

"Competent evidence" is a catch-all term that included reliable and relevant evidence that is not rendered inadmissible by some other rule.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Evidence is not relevant (irrelevant) if it is

Accepted Answer

A) not related to any fact or issue in the case. 
B) subject to a privilege. 
C) recognized by judicial notice. 
D) exculpatory. 
A) not related to any fact or issue in the case. 
B) subject to a privilege. 
C) recognized by judicial notice. 
D) exculpatory.

Question 14

The Constitution allows, and certain states require, that defendants

Accepted Answer

A) reveal incriminating evidence. 
B) answer questions posed by the police. 
C) give notice that they intend to use an alibi or insanity defense. 
D) waive their privilege against self-incrimination. 
A) reveal incriminating evidence. 
B) answer questions posed by the police. 
C) give notice that they intend to use an alibi or insanity defense. 
D) waive their privilege against self-incrimination.

Question 15

The U.S.Constitution provides that state judges are not bound by the U.S.Constitution, but by their state constitution.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose to the accused any evidence which is favorable to the accused.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must...

Question 17

If reliable, relevant evidence is otherwise excludable (e.g.it is privileged or was obtained in violation of the Constitution), such evidence is said to be

Accepted Answer

A) precluded. 
B) incompetent. 
C) inconsequential. 
D) indefatigable. 
A) precluded. 
B) incompetent. 
C) inconsequential. 
D) indefatigable.

Question 18

A conviction obtained by the knowing use of false evidence or testimony violates due process and will be reversed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In 1975, Congress enacted the ____________, which had great influence on state rules of evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) National Standards of Evidence 
B) Federal Code of Criminal Evidence 
C) National Rules of Evidence 
D) Federal Rules of Evidence 
A) National Standards of Evidence 
B) Federal Code of Criminal Evidence 
C) National Rules of Evidence 
D) Federal Rules of Evidence

Question 20

At a trial, the ___________ solves questions of law.

Accepted Answer

The answer of At a trial, the ___________ solves questions...

Relevant, reliable evidence may be inadmissible if it is _____________.

Why are some states' rules of evidence different from the federal rules of evidence?

In our adversary system of justice, the defense and prosecution

The American system of justice is basically an adversary system.

In the adversary system, each side seeks to present evidence that is most favorable to its position.

The Federal Rules of Evidence must be followed in all state trials.

The main actors at the trial are the judge, the _____, the prosecutor, and the defense attorney.

At a jury trial, the ____________ determines the facts of the case.

Nonrelevant evidence is generally admissible.

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense.

The scope of federal criminal jurisdiction under the ____________ Clause is contentious.

"Competent evidence" is a catch-all term that included reliable and relevant evidence that is not rendered inadmissible by some other rule.

Evidence is not relevant (irrelevant) if it is

The Constitution allows, and certain states require, that defendants

The U.S.Constitution provides that state judges are not bound by the U.S.Constitution, but by their state constitution.

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose to the accused any evidence which is favorable to the accused.

If reliable, relevant evidence is otherwise excludable (e.g.it is privileged or was obtained in violation of the Constitution), such evidence is said to be

A conviction obtained by the knowing use of false evidence or testimony violates due process and will be reversed.

In 1975, Congress enacted the ____________, which had great influence on state rules of evidence.

At a trial, the ___________ solves questions of law.

History and Development of the Law of Criminal Justice

Using Evidence to Determine Guilt or Innocence

Direct and Circumstantial Evidence and the Use of Inferences

Witnesses and the Testimony of Witnesses

Judicial Notice, Privileges of Witnesses, and Shield Laws

The Use of Hearsay in the Courtroom

The Confrontation Clause and Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule

The Exclusionary Rule

Where the Exclusionary Rule Does Not Apply

Special Needs and Administrative Searches

Obtaining Statements and Confessions for Use As Evidence

The Law Governing Identification Evidence

Obtaining Physical and Other Evidence

Obtaining Evidence From Computers or by Use of Search Warrants, Wiretapping, or Dogs Trained to Indicate an Alert

The Crime Scene, The Chain of Custody Requirement, and the Use of Fingerprints and Trace Evidence

Videotapes, Photographs, Documents, and Writings As Evidence

Scientific Evidence

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Exam 2: Important Aspects of the American Criminal Justice System

Relevant, reliable evidence may be inadmissible if it is _____________.

Why are some states' rules of evidence different from the federal rules of evidence?

In our adversary system of justice, the defense and prosecution

The American system of justice is basically an adversary system.

In the adversary system, each side seeks to present evidence that is most favorable to its position.

The Federal Rules of Evidence must be followed in all state trials.

The main actors at the trial are the judge, the _____, the prosecutor, and the defense attorney.

At a jury trial, the ____________ determines the facts of the case.

Nonrelevant evidence is generally admissible.

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense.

The scope of federal criminal jurisdiction under the ____________ Clause is contentious.

"Competent evidence" is a catch-all term that included reliable and relevant evidence that is not rendered inadmissible by some other rule.

Evidence is not relevant (irrelevant) if it is

The Constitution allows, and certain states require, that defendants

The U.S.Constitution provides that state judges are not bound by the U.S.Constitution, but by their state constitution.

Under the ____________ rule, the prosecution must disclose to the accused any evidence which is favorable to the accused.

If reliable, relevant evidence is otherwise excludable (e.g.it is privileged or was obtained in violation of the Constitution), such evidence is said to be

A conviction obtained by the knowing use of false evidence or testimony violates due process and will be reversed.

In 1975, Congress enacted the ____________, which had great influence on state rules of evidence.

At a trial, the ___________ solves questions of law.

History and Development of the Law of Criminal Justice

Using Evidence to Determine Guilt or Innocence

Direct and Circumstantial Evidence and the Use of Inferences

Witnesses and the Testimony of Witnesses

Judicial Notice, Privileges of Witnesses, and Shield Laws

The Use of Hearsay in the Courtroom

The Confrontation Clause and Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule

The Exclusionary Rule

Where the Exclusionary Rule Does Not Apply

Special Needs and Administrative Searches

Obtaining Statements and Confessions for Use As Evidence

The Law Governing Identification Evidence

Obtaining Physical and Other Evidence

Obtaining Evidence From Computers or by Use of Search Warrants, Wiretapping, or Dogs Trained to Indicate an Alert

The Crime Scene, The Chain of Custody Requirement, and the Use of Fingerprints and Trace Evidence

Videotapes, Photographs, Documents, and Writings As Evidence

Scientific Evidence

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