Question 1

Once the judge set Andrew's bail at $1.5 million, Andrew's family contacts a bail bond agent. What percentage of the cash bail will the bail bond agent usually request in order to post a bail on Andrew's behalf?

Accepted Answer

A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  20% 
D)  25%

Question 2

Case 8-2
Ruth was arrested for burglary. If Ruth is found guilty, she can be sentenced to 5 years in a state prison. The prosecutors are offering her a 3-year prison sentence if she pleads guilty to the charges. Ruth is being represented by a public defender who informs Ruth she must decide if she will take the plea bargain or decide to go to trial for the charge of burglary.
-Ruth's attorney advises Ruth that it is best if a jury hears the case. Ruth's attorney also advises that she does not testify at her trial because he is fearful that Ruth may implicate herself in the crime. Which amendment specifies that Ruth does not have to be a witness against herself at trial?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fourth Amendment 
B)  Fifth Amendment 
C)  Sixth Amendment 
D)  Seventh Amendment

Question 3

The______ is the law limiting the amount of time prosecutors have to bring criminal charges against a suspect after the crime has occurred.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The______ is the law limiting the amount...

Question 4

The_______are made by each side's attorney after the cases for the plaintiff and defendant have been presented.

Accepted Answer

A)  charges 
B)  closing arguments 
C)  opening statements 
D)  rebuttals

Question 5

What is the burden of proof in a criminal trial?

Accepted Answer

A)  beyond a reasonable doubt 
B)  probable cause 
C)  preponderance of the evidence 
D)  clear and convincing evidence

Question 6

Andrew's attorney believes that it may be in Andrew's best interest to plead guilty to the charges against him. His attorney is concerned that the evidence against Andrew is overwhelming and a jury will most likely find him guilty if they go to trial. Andrew decides to plead guilty in exchange for a 15-year prison sentence. What form must Andrew complete that proves Andrew is pleading guilty voluntarily and with full comprehension of the consequences?

Accepted Answer

A)  Alford form 
B)  Boykin form 
C)  Gideon form 
D)  Miranda form

Question 7

The Sixth Amendment states that no person "shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Each jurisdiction has its own bail tariffs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

All of the following are reasons that a defendant pleads not guilty EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  gain a more favorable plea bargain. 
B)  challenge a crucial part of the evidence based on constitutional grounds. 
C)  he or she is unsatisfied with his or her public defender and demands a new lawyer. 
D)  submit one of the affirmative defenses available.

Question 10

A(n)_______ is a witness who can truthfully and accurately testify on a fact in question without having specialized knowledge or training.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)_______ is a witness who can truthfully...

Question 11

Discuss requirements to serve on a jury and the process of jury selection in a criminal case.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss requirements to serve on a jury...

Question 12

The Sixth Amendment specifies what the time limits are for a speedy trial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The_____ Amendment states that no person "shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself."

Accepted Answer

The answer of The_____ Amendment states that no person "shall...

Question 14

Outline and provide a short description of each of the six steps leading to a trial.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Outline and provide a short description of...

Question 15

Which type of challenge is one used to exclude potential jurors from serving on the jury without any supporting reason or cause being provided by the attorney?

Accepted Answer

A)  challenge for cause 
B)  peremptory challenge 
C)  venire challenge 
D)  voir dire challenge

Question 16

A ________is a form that must be completed by a defendant who pleads guilty in most jurisdictions. The defendant in this form states that she or he has agreed to the plea voluntarily and with full comprehension of the consequences.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A ________is a form that must be...

Question 17

The rules of evidence state that expert witnesses may base their testimony on three types of information. Which of the following is NOT one of those types of information?

Accepted Answer

A)  facts of data of which they have personal knowledge 
B)  opinions about the defendant based on their expert knowledge 
C)  material presented at the trial 
D)  secondhand information given to the expert outside the courtroom

Question 18

What type of challenge is one in which the attorney states the reason why a prospective juror should not be included on the jury?

Accepted Answer

A)  challenge for cause 
B)  peremptory challenge 
C)  venire challenge 
D)  voir dire challenge

Question 19

The examination of a witness by the attorney who calls the witness to the stand to testify is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  cross-examination. 
B)  direct examination. 
C)  rebuttal examination. 
D)  surrebuttal examination.

Question 20

Which type of defense used in a defendant's case includes the submission of evidence showing that the accused was not at or near the scene of the crime at the time the crime was committed?

Accepted Answer

A)  affirmative defense 
B)  alibi defense 
C)  hearsay defense 
D)  prejudicial defense

Exam 8: Pretrial Procedures and the Criminal Trial

Once the judge set Andrew's bail at $1.5 million, Andrew's family contacts a bail bond agent. What percentage of the cash bail will the bail bond agent usually request in order to post a bail on Andrew's behalf?

The______ is the law limiting the amount of time prosecutors have to bring criminal charges against a suspect after the crime has occurred.

The_______are made by each side's attorney after the cases for the plaintiff and defendant have been presented.

What is the burden of proof in a criminal trial?

The Sixth Amendment states that no person "shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself."

Each jurisdiction has its own bail tariffs.

All of the following are reasons that a defendant pleads not guilty EXCEPT:

A(n)_______ is a witness who can truthfully and accurately testify on a fact in question without having specialized knowledge or training.

Discuss requirements to serve on a jury and the process of jury selection in a criminal case.

The Sixth Amendment specifies what the time limits are for a speedy trial.

The_____ Amendment states that no person "shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself."

Outline and provide a short description of each of the six steps leading to a trial.

Which type of challenge is one used to exclude potential jurors from serving on the jury without any supporting reason or cause being provided by the attorney?

A ________is a form that must be completed by a defendant who pleads guilty in most jurisdictions. The defendant in this form states that she or he has agreed to the plea voluntarily and with full comprehension of the consequences.

The rules of evidence state that expert witnesses may base their testimony on three types of information. Which of the following is NOT one of those types of information?

What type of challenge is one in which the attorney states the reason why a prospective juror should not be included on the jury?

The examination of a witness by the attorney who calls the witness to the stand to testify is called:

Which type of defense used in a defendant's case includes the submission of evidence showing that the accused was not at or near the scene of the crime at the time the crime was committed?