Question 1

When only one court has specific authority to decide a particular type of case,the court has what kind of jurisdiction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Concurrent jurisdiction 
B)  Exclusive jurisdiction 
C)  Civil jurisdiction 
D)  Original jurisdiction 
E)  Administrative jurisdiction 
A)  Concurrent jurisdiction 
B)  Exclusive jurisdiction 
C)  Civil jurisdiction 
D)  Original jurisdiction 
E)  Administrative jurisdiction B

Question 2

A defendant may not waive a jury trial in which kind of criminal case?

Accepted Answer

A)  A case involving more than $50,000 
B)  A white-collar crime 
C)  A case involving physical violence 
D)  A misdemeanor 
E)  A death penalty case 
A)  A case involving more than $50,000 
B)  A white-collar crime 
C)  A case involving physical violence 
D)  A misdemeanor 
E)  A death penalty case E

Question 3

A party to a civil case who was dissatisfied with the outcome in the trial court could next proceed to a court with what kind of jurisdiction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Original jurisdiction 
B)  Appellate jurisdiction 
C)  Ultimate jurisdiction 
D)  Geographic jurisdiction 
E)  Concurrent jurisdiction 
A)  Original jurisdiction 
B)  Appellate jurisdiction 
C)  Ultimate jurisdiction 
D)  Geographic jurisdiction 
E)  Concurrent jurisdiction B

Question 4

In recent years,why has the number of civil jury trials declined?

Accepted Answer

A)  People aren't suing each other as frequently. 
B)  More cases are being tried by judges. 
C)  More cases are being dismissed by judges. 
D)  More cases are being settled by agreement between the plaintiff and defendant. 
E)  The cost of filing suit in civil court has skyrocketed. 
A)  People aren't suing each other as frequently. 
B)  More cases are being tried by judges. 
C)  More cases are being dismissed by judges. 
D)  More cases are being settled by agreement between the plaintiff and defendant. 
E)  The cost of filing suit in civil court has skyrocketed.

Question 5

What name is given to the injured party in a civil case?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defendant 
B)  Victim 
C)  Plaintiff 
D)  Law of parties 
E)  Decedent 
A)  Defendant 
B)  Victim 
C)  Plaintiff 
D)  Law of parties 
E)  Decedent

Question 6

Explain the role of the judicial branch in Texas government.What sources of the law is it tasked with interpreting and applying?

Accepted Answer

The judicial branch in Texas government

Question 7

Since the 1990s there has been much heated debate on tort reform.What is a tort? What reforms have been made limiting recoveries in recent years,and what has been the result?

Accepted Answer

A tort is a civil wrong that causes harm

Question 8

What are the judicial qualifications for judges and justices? Are these qualifications sufficient at all levels? If not,explain what qualifications should be required.If so,tell why you think they are sufficient.

Accepted Answer

The judicial qualifications for judges a

Question 9

Once final arguments are finished in a criminal trial,what must happen with the judge and jury for a verdict of guilty to be finalized? What options does the defendant have at that point?

Accepted Answer

Once final arguments are finished in a c

Question 10

In civil cases,which type of damages would compensate a plaintiff for mental anguish or emotional distress?

Accepted Answer

A)  Economic 
B)  Noneconomic 
C)  Punitive 
D)  Statutory 
E)  Administrative 
A)  Economic 
B)  Noneconomic 
C)  Punitive 
D)  Statutory 
E)  Administrative

Question 11

What do procedures for filing a case in Texas depend on?

Accepted Answer

A)  Whether or not the case involves constitutional law 
B)  Whether or not the case involves common law 
C)  Whether the case is a felony or a misdemeanor 
D)  Whether the case originated in Texas or another state 
E)  Whether the case is civil or criminal 
A)  Whether or not the case involves constitutional law 
B)  Whether or not the case involves common law 
C)  Whether the case is a felony or a misdemeanor 
D)  Whether the case originated in Texas or another state 
E)  Whether the case is civil or criminal

Question 12

A contractor slips and falls on your property while doing some construction work.This case would fall under which branch of law?

Accepted Answer

A)  Civil law 
B)  Criminal law 
C)  Constitutional law 
D)  Admiralty law 
E)  Common law 
A)  Civil law 
B)  Criminal law 
C)  Constitutional law 
D)  Admiralty law 
E)  Common law

Question 13

Which court has original jurisdiction to determine both the validity of a will and whether a person is mentally competent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Municipal court 
B)  District court 
C)  Justice of the peace court 
D)  Supreme Court 
E)  Probate court 
A)  Municipal court 
B)  District court 
C)  Justice of the peace court 
D)  Supreme Court 
E)  Probate court

Question 14

Cameron is on trial for speeding.If he is convicted,he will have to pay a fine of $100.He cannot afford to hire his own attorney.In Texas,is he entitled to the services of a state-appointed attorney?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes,because all defendants are entitled to an attorney. 
B)  Yes,because this is a felony case. 
C)  Yes,because this is a misdemeanor case. 
D)  No,because conviction only results in a fine. 
E)  No,because the case involves less than $1,000. 
A)  Yes,because all defendants are entitled to an attorney. 
B)  Yes,because this is a felony case. 
C)  Yes,because this is a misdemeanor case. 
D)  No,because conviction only results in a fine. 
E)  No,because the case involves less than $1,000.

Question 15

The Supreme Court of Texas would refuse to hear an appeal in which of these cases?

Accepted Answer

A)  A case involving a school bond election 
B)  A case in which the Texas Railroad Commission was a party 
C)  A case that involved money owed to the state by a depository bank 
D)  A case in which a court of appeals decided the case in a manner contrary to another court of appeals 
E)  A case involving any aspect of civil law 
A)  A case involving a school bond election 
B)  A case in which the Texas Railroad Commission was a party 
C)  A case that involved money owed to the state by a depository bank 
D)  A case in which a court of appeals decided the case in a manner contrary to another court of appeals 
E)  A case involving any aspect of civil law

Question 16

How are nearly all judges in Texas chosen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Legislative committee 
B)  Partisan election 
C)  Nonpartisan election 
D)  Nominations council 
E)  Gubernatorial appointment 
A)  Legislative committee 
B)  Partisan election 
C)  Nonpartisan election 
D)  Nominations council 
E)  Gubernatorial appointment

Question 17

Which of these is a qualification for serving on a trial jury in Texas?

Accepted Answer

A)  Being at least 21 years of age 
B)  Being able to read and write English 
C)  Being a citizen of the United States 
D)  Being employed in the state of Texas 
E)  Being married or engaged to be married 
A)  Being at least 21 years of age 
B)  Being able to read and write English 
C)  Being a citizen of the United States 
D)  Being employed in the state of Texas 
E)  Being married or engaged to be married

Question 18

What is the name of the process by which attorneys question potential jurors?

Accepted Answer

A)  Venire 
B)  Voir dire 
C)  Discovery 
D)  Peremptory challenging 
E)  Cross-examination 
A)  Venire 
B)  Voir dire 
C)  Discovery 
D)  Peremptory challenging 
E)  Cross-examination

Question 19

What is the procedure in a civil jury trial in a state district court?

Accepted Answer

A)  The judge finds the facts,and the jury applies the law. 
B)  The judge applies the law,and the jury finds the facts. 
C)  The judge applies the law and consults with the jury to find the facts. 
D)  The judge maintains order in the court,while the jury finds the facts and applies the law. 
E)  The judge decides the facts and applies the law,and the jury votes to accept or reject the judge's decision. 
A)  The judge finds the facts,and the jury applies the law. 
B)  The judge applies the law,and the jury finds the facts. 
C)  The judge applies the law and consults with the jury to find the facts. 
D)  The judge maintains order in the court,while the jury finds the facts and applies the law. 
E)  The judge decides the facts and applies the law,and the jury votes to accept or reject the judge's decision.

Question 20

Which court does not require the judge to be a lawyer or to have any other specific qualifications to begin judicial practice?

Accepted Answer

A)  County court-at-law 
B)  District court 
C)  Justice of the peace court 
D)  Court of criminal appeals 
E)  Probate court 
A)  County court-at-law 
B)  District court 
C)  Justice of the peace court 
D)  Court of criminal appeals 
E)  Probate court

When only one court has specific authority to decide a particular type of case,the court has what kind of jurisdiction?

A defendant may not waive a jury trial in which kind of criminal case?

A party to a civil case who was dissatisfied with the outcome in the trial court could next proceed to a court with what kind of jurisdiction?

In recent years,why has the number of civil jury trials declined?

What name is given to the injured party in a civil case?

Explain the role of the judicial branch in Texas government.What sources of the law is it tasked with interpreting and applying?

Since the 1990s there has been much heated debate on tort reform.What is a tort? What reforms have been made limiting recoveries in recent years,and what has been the result?

What are the judicial qualifications for judges and justices? Are these qualifications sufficient at all levels? If not,explain what qualifications should be required.If so,tell why you think they are sufficient.

Once final arguments are finished in a criminal trial,what must happen with the judge and jury for a verdict of guilty to be finalized? What options does the defendant have at that point?

In civil cases,which type of damages would compensate a plaintiff for mental anguish or emotional distress?

What do procedures for filing a case in Texas depend on?

A contractor slips and falls on your property while doing some construction work.This case would fall under which branch of law?

Which court has original jurisdiction to determine both the validity of a will and whether a person is mentally competent?

Cameron is on trial for speeding.If he is convicted,he will have to pay a fine of $100.He cannot afford to hire his own attorney.In Texas,is he entitled to the services of a state-appointed attorney?

The Supreme Court of Texas would refuse to hear an appeal in which of these cases?

How are nearly all judges in Texas chosen?

Which of these is a qualification for serving on a trial jury in Texas?

What is the name of the process by which attorneys question potential jurors?

What is the procedure in a civil jury trial in a state district court?

Which court does not require the judge to be a lawyer or to have any other specific qualifications to begin judicial practice?

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Exam 10: The Judicial Branch

When only one court has specific authority to decide a particular type of case,the court has what kind of jurisdiction?

A defendant may not waive a jury trial in which kind of criminal case?

A party to a civil case who was dissatisfied with the outcome in the trial court could next proceed to a court with what kind of jurisdiction?

In recent years,why has the number of civil jury trials declined?

What name is given to the injured party in a civil case?

Explain the role of the judicial branch in Texas government.What sources of the law is it tasked with interpreting and applying?

Since the 1990s there has been much heated debate on tort reform.What is a tort? What reforms have been made limiting recoveries in recent years,and what has been the result?

What are the judicial qualifications for judges and justices? Are these qualifications sufficient at all levels? If not,explain what qualifications should be required.If so,tell why you think they are sufficient.

Once final arguments are finished in a criminal trial,what must happen with the judge and jury for a verdict of guilty to be finalized? What options does the defendant have at that point?

In civil cases,which type of damages would compensate a plaintiff for mental anguish or emotional distress?

What do procedures for filing a case in Texas depend on?

A contractor slips and falls on your property while doing some construction work.This case would fall under which branch of law?

Which court has original jurisdiction to determine both the validity of a will and whether a person is mentally competent?

Cameron is on trial for speeding.If he is convicted,he will have to pay a fine of $100.He cannot afford to hire his own attorney.In Texas,is he entitled to the services of a state-appointed attorney?

The Supreme Court of Texas would refuse to hear an appeal in which of these cases?

How are nearly all judges in Texas chosen?

Which of these is a qualification for serving on a trial jury in Texas?

What is the name of the process by which attorneys question potential jurors?

What is the procedure in a civil jury trial in a state district court?

Which court does not require the judge to be a lawyer or to have any other specific qualifications to begin judicial practice?

The Environment of Texas Politics

Federalism and the Texas Constitution

Local Governments

Political Parties

Campaigns and Elections

The Media and Politics

The Politics of Interest Groups

The Legislative Branch

The Executive Branch

Finance and Fiscal Policy

Public Policy and Administration

The Criminal Justice System

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