Exam 10: Prosecution and Defense

In the _________ model,a case is accepted and charges are made only when there is enough evidence to ensure conviction.For each case the prosecutor asks,"Will this case result in a conviction?"

A prosecutor who believes his or her main function is to give legal advice so arrests will stand up in court has taken on the role of _______ for the police.

Jacob is an attorney who works in the local public defender's office.His caseload is overwhelming and his salary low.Jacob grew up wealthy and wants to spend his time helping the less fortunate.The stress of his job is significant but he enjoys the work.Because Jacob is overworked,some cases are given to private lawyers on a ______ basis.

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of community prosecution.Do you believe the general public would be in support of this style of justice in their neighborhoods? Defend your position.

Officials responsible for prosecuting crimes against the federal government are called ____________________.

An attorney employed on a full-time basis by the government to represent the poor is called a(n)_______.

Who represents accused and convicted persons in the criminal justice system?

Public defenders often have trouble gaining the trust and cooperation of their clients because their clients know that they are paid by the state.

John is a district attorney for a large metropolitan area,facing election in the coming year.During the course of John's day,he receives news that a well-known professional football player has attempted to murder his wife,who was having an affair with a state senator.John knows that the way he prosecutes this media-driven case may determine if he is reelected. John is facing a great deal of pressure to bring the football player to justice.He knows what he would do if the suspect was an ordinary citizen.He also knows that his election is coming soon.The pressure that John is facing is known as the "prosecutor's

The __________ is the state's chief legal officer,usually responsible for both civil and criminal matters.

John is a district attorney for a large metropolitan area,facing election in the coming year.During the course of John's day,he receives news that a well-known professional football player has attempted to murder his wife,who was having an affair with a state senator.John knows that the way he prosecutes this media-driven case may determine if he is reelected. John is facing a great deal of pressure to bring the football player to justice.He knows what he would do if the suspect was an ordinary citizen.He also knows that his election is coming soon.Despite the media pressure for a trial,John makes plans to meet with the defense to see if they are willing to work out an agreement.John would prefer to _________ the case.

Most cases are handled by criminal lawyers who must quickly process a large volume of cases for small fees.

The legal attorney who represents the accused is called a(n)_________.

Charges are not likely to be brought against offenders when victims

The television image of defense attorneys as strong advocates for their clients is based on the ______ model.

Contract counsel occurs when an attorney in private practice contracts with the government to represent all indigent defendants in a county during a set period of time and for a specified dollar amount.

Prosecutors only have influence in the early stages of the criminal justice process.

Prosecutors represent accused or convicted offenders in their dealings with criminal justice officials.

Because most cases are decided by plea bargains,defense attorneys feel it is unimportant to maintain good relations with those in the criminal justice system.

When a defense attorney makes arguments for a client who the attorney expects will actually accept a plea bargain rather than face the risk of a jury verdict,this is called