Question 1

The Frye test focused on general ___________ of the theory or technique in the relevant scientific field.

Accepted Answer

acceptance

Question 2

The FBI's national DNA database system is known as

Accepted Answer

A) FICA. 
B) RFLP. 
C) CODIS. 
D) NDNADB. 
A) FICA. 
B) RFLP. 
C) CODIS. 
D) NDNADB. C

Question 3

In a recent study, it was found that all states use the Daubert for scientific validity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Rule 702 has already resulted in changes in how _________evidence is received.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rule 702 has already resulted in changes...

Question 5

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the privilege against self-incrimination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the Fourth Amendment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Between the Frye and Daubert tests came the Frye ___________ test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Between the Frye and Daubert tests came...

Question 8

Statutes requiring that convicted felons provide blood samples for DNA databases have been held to

Accepted Answer

A) violate the privilege against self-incrimination. 
B) violate the Fourth Amendment. 
C) violate both the Fourth and Fifth Amendments. 
D) be constitutional. 
A) violate the privilege against self-incrimination. 
B) violate the Fourth Amendment. 
C) violate both the Fourth and Fifth Amendments. 
D) be constitutional.

Question 9

Scientific evidence is infallible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Discuss matching shell casings and "microstamping" and the issues associated with it.

Accepted Answer

It is possible to match a shell casing f

Question 11

Scientific evidence is usually presented through the use of ____________ witnesses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Scientific evidence is usually presented through the...

Question 12

Describe ballistic fingerprinting and its limitations.

Accepted Answer

These tests, called ballistic fingerprin

Question 13

Since adoption of Daubert in some states, the validity and reliability of the _______ test is no longer subject to judicial notice for purposes of proving guilt.

Accepted Answer

A) RFD 
B) RSVP 
C) HMS 
D) HGN 
A) RFD 
B) RSVP 
C) HMS 
D) HGN

Question 14

The field of serology involves the study of

Accepted Answer

A) blood. 
B) hair. 
C) skin. 
D) fingerprints. 
A) blood. 
B) hair. 
C) skin. 
D) fingerprints.

Question 15

CODIS is the FBI's national DNA database.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In 1993, in Daubert v.____________, the U.S.Supreme Court rejected the Frye test for federal courts.

Accepted Answer

A) Dow Chemical Co. 
B) Merrill Dow Pharmaceuticals 
C) Phillip Morris, Inc. 
D) Siemens, Inc. 
A) Dow Chemical Co. 
B) Merrill Dow Pharmaceuticals 
C) Phillip Morris, Inc. 
D) Siemens, Inc.

Question 17

Forensic _________________ uses evidence about insects to help solve cases.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Forensic _________________ uses evidence about insects to...

Question 18

A judge can take judicial notice of the validity of the theories and techniques underlying scientific evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The Supreme Court replaced the Daubert test with the Frye test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Of the two main DNA tests, the RFLP test has gained wider acceptance in the courts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The Frye test focused on general ___________ of the theory or technique in the relevant scientific field.

The FBI's national DNA database system is known as

In a recent study, it was found that all states use the Daubert for scientific validity.

Rule 702 has already resulted in changes in how _________evidence is received.

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the privilege against self-incrimination.

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the Fourth Amendment.

Between the Frye and Daubert tests came the Frye ___________ test.

Statutes requiring that convicted felons provide blood samples for DNA databases have been held to

Scientific evidence is infallible.

Discuss matching shell casings and "microstamping" and the issues associated with it.

Scientific evidence is usually presented through the use of ____________ witnesses.

Describe ballistic fingerprinting and its limitations.

Since adoption of Daubert in some states, the validity and reliability of the _______ test is no longer subject to judicial notice for purposes of proving guilt.

The field of serology involves the study of

CODIS is the FBI's national DNA database.

In 1993, in Daubert v.____________, the U.S.Supreme Court rejected the Frye test for federal courts.

Forensic _________________ uses evidence about insects to help solve cases.

A judge can take judicial notice of the validity of the theories and techniques underlying scientific evidence.

The Supreme Court replaced the Daubert test with the Frye test.

Of the two main DNA tests, the RFLP test has gained wider acceptance in the courts.

History and Development of the Law of Criminal Justice

Important Aspects of the American Criminal Justice System

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

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Exam 18: Scientific Evidence

The Frye test focused on general ___________ of the theory or technique in the relevant scientific field.

The FBI's national DNA database system is known as

In a recent study, it was found that all states use the Daubert for scientific validity.

Rule 702 has already resulted in changes in how _________evidence is received.

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the privilege against self-incrimination.

Requiring convicted felons to give blood samples for DNA databases violates the Fourth Amendment.

Between the Frye and Daubert tests came the Frye ___________ test.

Statutes requiring that convicted felons provide blood samples for DNA databases have been held to

Scientific evidence is infallible.

Discuss matching shell casings and "microstamping" and the issues associated with it.

Scientific evidence is usually presented through the use of ____________ witnesses.

Describe ballistic fingerprinting and its limitations.

Since adoption of Daubert in some states, the validity and reliability of the _______ test is no longer subject to judicial notice for purposes of proving guilt.

The field of serology involves the study of

CODIS is the FBI's national DNA database.

In 1993, in Daubert v.____________, the U.S.Supreme Court rejected the Frye test for federal courts.

Forensic _________________ uses evidence about insects to help solve cases.

A judge can take judicial notice of the validity of the theories and techniques underlying scientific evidence.

The Supreme Court replaced the Daubert test with the Frye test.

Of the two main DNA tests, the RFLP test has gained wider acceptance in the courts.

History and Development of the Law of Criminal Justice

Important Aspects of the American Criminal Justice System

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

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