Question 1

In which of the following circumstances is a warrantless search permitted?

Accepted Answer

A) if evidence is not in plain view 
B) if evidence is likely to be destroyed 
C) if the suspect has been previously convicted 
D) if there is no probable cause 
A) if evidence is not in plain view 
B) if evidence is likely to be destroyed 
C) if the suspect has been previously convicted 
D) if there is no probable cause

Question 2

Roland and Kelly were involved in a car accident in which Kelly was badly injured and had to be hospitalized.After investigation,it was found that Roland's negligence was the cause of the accident.He was duly charged with reckless driving,which is classified as a crime.What action should Roland take to avoid being sued by Kelly,who held him liable for her injuries and subsequent hospital bills?

Accepted Answer

A) enter into a plea of nolo contendere 
B) plead not guilty and go to trial 
C) enter into a plea bargain with the government and pay a nominal penalty set by the government 
D) plead guilty and serve the punishment set by the government as it will serve as the all-binding punishment for the crime 
A) enter into a plea of nolo contendere 
B) plead not guilty and go to trial 
C) enter into a plea bargain with the government and pay a nominal penalty set by the government 
D) plead guilty and serve the punishment set by the government as it will serve as the all-binding punishment for the crime

Question 3

Obtaining nontestimonial evidence like fingerprints and body fluids violates the privilege against self-incrimination provision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Monetary damages and equitable remedies are provided in a civil lawsuit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following statements best describes a difference between indictments and information statements?

Accepted Answer

A) Indictments are issued by a grand jury, while an information statement is issued by a magistrate. 
B) Indictments are issued before a trial, while an information statement is issued after a trial. 
C) Information statements are issued without determining guilt, while an indictment is issued where guilt is evident. 
D) Information statements are issued to dismiss a case before it goes to trial, while an indictment is issued to bring a case to trial. 
A) Indictments are issued by a grand jury, while an information statement is issued by a magistrate. 
B) Indictments are issued before a trial, while an information statement is issued after a trial. 
C) Information statements are issued without determining guilt, while an indictment is issued where guilt is evident. 
D) Information statements are issued to dismiss a case before it goes to trial, while an indictment is issued to bring a case to trial.

Question 6

Why do governments and defendants enter into plea bargains?

Accepted Answer

The government engages in plea bargainin

Question 7

A(n)________ is a charge of having committed a crime,usually a felony,based on the judgment of a grand jury.

Accepted Answer

A) indictment 
B) information statement 
C) arraignment 
D) plea 
A) indictment 
B) information statement 
C) arraignment 
D) plea

Question 8

If a defendant is found not guilty in a criminal case,the government can retry the case with a new jury.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The Fifth Amendment protects people from unreasonable search and seizure by the government.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The Eighth Amendment prohibits capital punishment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A(n)________ is considered a less serious crime than a felony and is not inherently evil but prohibited by society.

Accepted Answer

A) indictable offence 
B) violation 
C) felony 
D) misdemeanor 
A) indictable offence 
B) violation 
C) felony 
D) misdemeanor

Question 12

The offeror cannot be found liable for the crime of bribery if the person to whom the bribe is offered rejects the bribe.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When is the felony murder rule applied?

Accepted Answer

A) when the murder was committed without intent while committing another crime 
B) when the crime involves the intended murder of another person 
C) when the felon in the case was killed while the crime transpired 
D) when the reason for the death is found to be involuntary manslaughter 
A) when the murder was committed without intent while committing another crime 
B) when the crime involves the intended murder of another person 
C) when the felon in the case was killed while the crime transpired 
D) when the reason for the death is found to be involuntary manslaughter

Question 14

The case against the accused is dismissed if neither an indictment nor an information statement is issued.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Gregory Aimes,who is being tried for murder,has appointed Linda Steve as the attorney for his defense.When being questioned about the case,Gregory confesses to Linda that he committed the murder.Linda cannot divulge this information to the proper authorities due to the attorney-client privilege wherein all information exchanged between the client and the attorney is confidential.Under which of the following conditions can Linda lawfully break away from her attorney-client privilege with Gregory?

Accepted Answer

A) if Gregory asks that Linda be replaced as his attorney 
B) if Linda voluntarily resigns as Gregory's attorney 
C) if Gregory is acquitted of all charges in the case 
D) if Gregory discloses a planned future murder to Linda 
A) if Gregory asks that Linda be replaced as his attorney 
B) if Linda voluntarily resigns as Gregory's attorney 
C) if Gregory is acquitted of all charges in the case 
D) if Gregory discloses a planned future murder to Linda

Question 16

Which of the following does the Money Laundering Act prohibit?

Accepted Answer

A) the fraudulent conversion of property by a person to whom that property was entrusted 
B) obtaining property from another, with his or her consent, induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force 
C) the use of mails or wires to defraud another person 
D) knowingly engaging in a financial transaction that involves the proceeds of an unlawful activity 
A) the fraudulent conversion of property by a person to whom that property was entrusted 
B) obtaining property from another, with his or her consent, induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force 
C) the use of mails or wires to defraud another person 
D) knowingly engaging in a financial transaction that involves the proceeds of an unlawful activity

Question 17

Persons injured by a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RIC
O)violation can bring a private civil RICO action against the violator.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The crime of ________ involves the obtaining of property from another,with his or her consent,induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force,violence,or fear.

Accepted Answer

A) bribery 
B) extortion 
C) money laundering 
D) embezzlement 
A) bribery 
B) extortion 
C) money laundering 
D) embezzlement

Question 19

What is the necessary condition for an accused person to be found guilty by a jury?

Accepted Answer

A) At least half the jurors have to find the defendant guilty of the crime. 
B) All the jurors have to unanimously agree that the defendant is guilty of the crime. 
C) More than 50 percent of the jurors have to find the defendant guilty of the crime. 
D) The jury's verdict has to be approved by the presiding judge. 
A) At least half the jurors have to find the defendant guilty of the crime. 
B) All the jurors have to unanimously agree that the defendant is guilty of the crime. 
C) More than 50 percent of the jurors have to find the defendant guilty of the crime. 
D) The jury's verdict has to be approved by the presiding judge.

Question 20

Mark and Jack work as clerks at the New Bank of North America,which they plan to rob.In order to plan and execute the robbery,Mark and Jack obtained the floor plans of the bank and studied the security arrangements and movements of security personnel.They even got weapons,in case force is required,as they plan to rob the bank during working hours.But the police got information about the plan and arrested Mark and Jack,and thus prevented the robbery from taking place.Which of the following crimes has been committed by Mark and Jack?

Accepted Answer

A) criminal conspiracy 
B) extortion 
C) money laundering 
D) larceny 
A) criminal conspiracy 
B) extortion 
C) money laundering 
D) larceny

Exam 8: Criminal Law and Cyber Crime

In which of the following circumstances is a warrantless search permitted?

Obtaining nontestimonial evidence like fingerprints and body fluids violates the privilege against self-incrimination provision.

Monetary damages and equitable remedies are provided in a civil lawsuit.

Which of the following statements best describes a difference between indictments and information statements?

Why do governments and defendants enter into plea bargains?

A(n)________ is a charge of having committed a crime,usually a felony,based on the judgment of a grand jury.

If a defendant is found not guilty in a criminal case,the government can retry the case with a new jury.

The Fifth Amendment protects people from unreasonable search and seizure by the government.

The Eighth Amendment prohibits capital punishment.

A(n)________ is considered a less serious crime than a felony and is not inherently evil but prohibited by society.

The offeror cannot be found liable for the crime of bribery if the person to whom the bribe is offered rejects the bribe.

When is the felony murder rule applied?

The case against the accused is dismissed if neither an indictment nor an information statement is issued.

Which of the following does the Money Laundering Act prohibit?

Persons injured by a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RIC O)violation can bring a private civil RICO action against the violator.

The crime of ________ involves the obtaining of property from another,with his or her consent,induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force,violence,or fear.

What is the necessary condition for an accused person to be found guilty by a jury?

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