A) rarely provide psychological support for defendants and their families. B) do not need to advise defendants of their constitutional rights. C) often work with prosecutors and judges. D) are accurately portrayed in television dramas. A) rarely provide psychological support for defendants and their families. B) do not need to advise defendants of their constitutional rights. C) often work with prosecutors and judges. D) are accurately portrayed in television dramas.

A) The decision of the prosecutor to drop a case B) The process of determining probable cause C) The questioning of a jury in a criminal case D) The prosecutor sharing information with the defense A) The decision of the prosecutor to drop a case B) The process of determining probable cause C) The questioning of a jury in a criminal case D) The prosecutor sharing information with the defense

Exam 10: Prosecution and Defense

Dianne works for the federal governor as a prosecutor in District 5,which is located in Dallas,Texas.In her three years at the job,she has spent much of her time prosecuting drug crimes.She loves the discretion and the attendant power her job gives her.Because Dianne works as a prosecutor for the federal government,her title is _______ attorney.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 81

Defense attorneys

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 82

Although they cooperate in many cases,public defenders are sufficiently independent of prosecutors and judges to make choices about whether to seek a trial or to negotiate a plea.

(True/False)

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Question 83

Prosecutors' relationships and interactions with police,victims,defense attorneys,judges,and the community form the core of the _______ relations that shape decision making in criminal cases.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 84

What is discovery?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 85

Racial tensions have been high in the city where you work as a prosecutor.A protest turns violent.Three people are dead and there are many arrests for vandalism,looting,arson,and battery.What factors will help you determine which citizens will be charged,which will go to trial,and which will be dismissed? Will race play a role?

(Essay)

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Question 86

Discuss some of the major issues that affect the day-to-day reality of criminal defense work in the United States.

(Essay)

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Question 87

How might public opinion affect a prosecutor's decision to try a certain case?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 88

The _______ attorney frequently consoles the defendant's family and provides answers to questions about what comes next.

(Short Answer)

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Question 89

Some scholars have called defense attorneys ______ because they often work to prepare the defendant for the likely outcome of the case (usually conviction).

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 90

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.John knows the final decision to go to trial is his; he therefore has __________ in making his decision.

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 91

Which is true about attorney competence?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 92

Dianne works for the federal governor as a prosecutor in District 5,which is located in Dallas,Texas.In her three years at the job,she has spent much of her time prosecuting drug crimes.She loves the discretion and the attendant power her job gives her.Who appointed Dianne?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 93

The largest group of attorneys in full-time criminal practice makes small fees for cases either as retained or assigned counsel.

(True/False)

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Question 94

What is inadequate counsel? Who determines whether an attorney is competent?

(Essay)

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Question 95

Some communities prefer that prosecutors not pursue punishment for crimes such as prostitution or gambling.

(True/False)

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Question 96

The right to counsel is of little value when the counsel is neither competent nor ________.

(Short Answer)

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Question 97

Which best describes the discretion given to a prosecutor?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 98

The chief legal officer of the state is the _______.

(Short Answer)

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Question 99

According to Missouri v.Frye,defense attorneys are obligated to inform their clients about ________ agreement offers made by the prosecutor.

(Short Answer)

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Defense attorneys

Although they cooperate in many cases,public defenders are sufficiently independent of prosecutors and judges to make choices about whether to seek a trial or to negotiate a plea.

Prosecutors' relationships and interactions with police,victims,defense attorneys,judges,and the community form the core of the _______ relations that shape decision making in criminal cases.

What is discovery?

Discuss some of the major issues that affect the day-to-day reality of criminal defense work in the United States.

How might public opinion affect a prosecutor's decision to try a certain case?

The _______ attorney frequently consoles the defendant's family and provides answers to questions about what comes next.

Some scholars have called defense attorneys ______ because they often work to prepare the defendant for the likely outcome of the case (usually conviction).

Which is true about attorney competence?

Dianne works for the federal governor as a prosecutor in District 5,which is located in Dallas,Texas.In her three years at the job,she has spent much of her time prosecuting drug crimes.She loves the discretion and the attendant power her job gives her.Who appointed Dianne?

The largest group of attorneys in full-time criminal practice makes small fees for cases either as retained or assigned counsel.

What is inadequate counsel? Who determines whether an attorney is competent?

Some communities prefer that prosecutors not pursue punishment for crimes such as prostitution or gambling.

The right to counsel is of little value when the counsel is neither competent nor ________.

Which best describes the discretion given to a prosecutor?

The chief legal officer of the state is the _______.

According to Missouri v.Frye,defense attorneys are obligated to inform their clients about ________ agreement offers made by the prosecutor.

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