#1
Which amendment to the United States Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?
#2
What is the legal term for the intentional or reckless causing of another person's death?
#3
What is the legal term for a formal accusation charging an individual with the commission of a crime?
#4
Which of the following is NOT a component of the criminal justice system in the United States?
#5
Which of the following is a key principle of criminal law that presumes an individual innocent until proven guilty?
#6
What is the legal term for a written court order commanding a person to appear in court?
#7
In the United States, which court has the authority to hear appeals from lower federal courts and certain state courts?
#8
What is the legal doctrine that prevents a person from being tried twice for the same crime?
#9
What is the legal term for a pretrial release of a defendant from custody upon the promise to appear in court when required?
#10
Which U.S. Supreme Court case established the 'exclusionary rule,' excluding evidence obtained in violation of the Fourth Amendment?
#11
Which of the following is NOT a type of plea commonly entered in criminal cases?
#12
What is the legal term for a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime?
#13
Which of the following is NOT considered a white-collar crime?
#14
What is the legal term for the unlawful taking of someone else's property with the intent to permanently deprive them of it?
#15
Which legal doctrine allows a person to use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves against imminent threat?
#16
In the United States, which federal agency is responsible for investigating most federal crimes?
#17