Criminal Investigation and Legal Procedures Quiz
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#1
Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of criminal investigation?
To determine whether a crime has been committed
To apprehend and prosecute the perpetrator
To maintain public safety and order
To provide compensation to victims
#2
What is the purpose of forensic evidence in criminal investigations?
To establish motive
To prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt
To determine the identity of the perpetrator
To negotiate plea bargains
#3
What is the term for a legal document that compels a person to appear in court?
Subpoena
Warrant
Indictment
Affidavit
#4
What is the term for the process of questioning a suspect in a formal setting?
Interrogation
Interview
Inquisition
Inquiry
#5
What is the term for the process of formally charging an individual with a crime?
Conviction
Indictment
Arraignment
Plea bargain
#6
What is the 'chain of custody' in criminal investigations?
A chronological record of the individuals involved in a crime
The process of transporting evidence from one location to another
A legal principle governing the admissibility of evidence
A documented list of all persons who handled evidence in a case
#7
Which of the following is NOT a Miranda right?
The right to remain silent
The right to an attorney
The right to a speedy trial
The right to have an attorney appointed if unable to afford one
#8
In which phase of a criminal investigation does surveillance typically occur?
Pre-arrest
Arrest
Post-arrest
Trial
#9
What does the acronym 'CSI' stand for in the context of criminal investigations?
Criminal Sentencing Investigation
Crime Scene Investigation
Courtroom Scene Inquiry
Criminal Suspect Inquiry
#10
What is the 'fruit of the poisonous tree' doctrine?
A legal principle allowing evidence obtained illegally to be admissible in court
A doctrine excluding evidence obtained through unconstitutional means
A rule requiring warrants for all searches and seizures
A principle allowing hearsay evidence in certain circumstances
#11
Which of the following is NOT a type of criminal intent?
Mens rea
Actus reus
General intent
Strict liability
#12
What is the 'exclusionary rule' in criminal law?
A rule that allows illegally obtained evidence to be admissible in court under certain circumstances
A rule that excludes evidence obtained in violation of a defendant's constitutional rights
A rule that allows hearsay evidence to be admitted in court
A rule that excludes evidence that is irrelevant to the case
#13
What is 'double jeopardy' in the context of criminal law?
A legal principle prohibiting an individual from being tried twice for the same offense
A defense strategy involving two attorneys
An exception to the exclusionary rule
A doctrine allowing for the admission of similar crimes as evidence
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