Question 1

If a prosecutor does not have a very strong case, but still feels that the defendant is guilty, they may turn to plea bargaining to "save" a questionable case.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Explain at least three of the screening factors that prosecutors consider in deciding
to prosecute.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain at least three of the screening...

Question 3

List and briefly explain the different forms of plea bargaining agreements.

Accepted Answer

The answer of List and briefly explain the different forms...

Question 4

The prosecutor in federal criminal cases is called the:

Accepted Answer

A)  defense attorney 
B)  public prosecutor 
C)  U.S. Attorney 
D)  district attorney

Question 5

Plea bargaining accounts for what percent of convictions in state courts

Accepted Answer

A)  10% 
B)  25% 
C)  50% 
D)  94%

Question 6

The grand jury is often compared to being little more than a __________ for the
Prosecution.

Accepted Answer

A)  stepping stone 
B)  rubber stamp 
C)  road block 
D)  mediator

Question 7

The Strickland Standard deals with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  attorney-client privilege between a defense attorney and a defendant 
B)  constitutional requirements of counsel 
C)  professional relationship between the prosecutor and the defense attorney 
D)  the judge's appointment of a public defender.

Question 8

The average bail amount for violent felonies is highest for the crime of rape.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The amount or conditions set by the court to ensure that an individual accused of a crime will appear for further criminal proceedings is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  property bond 
B)  release on recognizance 
C)  bail 
D)  preventative detention

Question 10

Explain the Strickland Standard and why it came about. Is it difficult to prove
both prongs of the Strickland standard? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the Strickland Standard and why it...

Question 11

Which of the following is a criticism of some defense attorneys when it comes to plea bargaining?

Accepted Answer

A)  They have a desire to increase profit margins by quickly disposing of cases. 
B)  They encourage their client to plea bargain because they earn more money from the defendant by doing so. 
C)  They damage their relationship with the courtroom workgroup by doing so. 
D)  They are more competent than their private counterparts.

Question 12

_________ is a formal investigation prior to trial

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ is a formal investigation prior to...

Question 13

Which of the following holds that the government must provide a public defender
For those defendants too poor to hire one for themselves?

Accepted Answer

A)  The Strickland Standard 
B)  The Gideon Protection 
C)  attorney-client privilege 
D)  adversarial standard

Question 14

A rule of evidence requiring that communications between a client and his or her attorney be kept confidential, unless the client consents to disclosure is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  attorney-client privilege 
B)  Gideon protection 
C)  Strickland standard 
D)  adversary

Question 15

Explain the factors that affect case attrition.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the factors that affect case attrition....

Question 16

Preventive detention is the retention of an accused person in custody as a punishment for dangerous individuals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT one of the required basic features of the adversary system of justice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Consists of a neutral and passive decision maker, either the judge or the jury. 
B)  There is a presentation of evidence from both parties. 
C)  There is a highly structured set of procedures. 
D)  There is testimony by the defendant if there is a trial.

Question 18

The __________ is a court proceeding in which the suspect is formally charged with the criminal offense stated in the indictment and where the suspect may enter a plea.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ is a court proceeding in...

Question 19

A(n) __________ is a written accusation that probable cause exists to believe that a named person has committed a crime.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) __________ is a written accusation that...

Question 20

Most criminal cases in the United States conclude with negotiated deals rather than trials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 9: Pretrial Procedures: The Adversary System in Action

If a prosecutor does not have a very strong case, but still feels that the defendant is guilty, they may turn to plea bargaining to "save" a questionable case.

Explain at least three of the screening factors that prosecutors consider in deciding to prosecute.

List and briefly explain the different forms of plea bargaining agreements.

The prosecutor in federal criminal cases is called the:

Plea bargaining accounts for what percent of convictions in state courts

The grand jury is often compared to being little more than a __________ for the Prosecution.

The Strickland Standard deals with which of the following?

The average bail amount for violent felonies is highest for the crime of rape.

The amount or conditions set by the court to ensure that an individual accused of a crime will appear for further criminal proceedings is called:

Explain the Strickland Standard and why it came about. Is it difficult to prove both prongs of the Strickland standard? Why or why not?

Which of the following is a criticism of some defense attorneys when it comes to plea bargaining?

_________ is a formal investigation prior to trial

Which of the following holds that the government must provide a public defender For those defendants too poor to hire one for themselves?

A rule of evidence requiring that communications between a client and his or her attorney be kept confidential, unless the client consents to disclosure is called:

Explain the factors that affect case attrition.

Preventive detention is the retention of an accused person in custody as a punishment for dangerous individuals.

Which of the following is NOT one of the required basic features of the adversary system of justice?

The __________ is a court proceeding in which the suspect is formally charged with the criminal offense stated in the indictment and where the suspect may enter a plea.

A(n) __________ is a written accusation that probable cause exists to believe that a named person has committed a crime.

Most criminal cases in the United States conclude with negotiated deals rather than trials.