#1
Which of the following is a key principle in legal negotiations?
Adversarialism
Collaboration
Intimidation
Deception
#2
What is the primary goal of criminal procedure?
To ensure fair treatment of defendants
To maximize punishment of offenders
To speed up the judicial process
To increase government control
#3
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Severity of the crime
Location where the crime occurred
Length of the sentence
Age of the defendant
#4
What is the difference between a bench trial and a jury trial?
The judge presides over a bench trial, while a jury presides over a jury trial
The jury decides the verdict in a bench trial, while the judge decides in a jury trial
The defendant has the right to choose in a bench trial, while the prosecution has the right in a jury trial
There is no difference
#5
What is the difference between a search warrant and an arrest warrant?
A search warrant is required to make an arrest, while an arrest warrant is required to conduct a search
A search warrant allows law enforcement to search for evidence, while an arrest warrant allows them to arrest a suspect
A search warrant is issued by a judge, while an arrest warrant is issued by a prosecutor
There is no difference
#6
What is the role of the defense attorney in a criminal trial?
To present evidence against the defendant
To represent the interests of the government
To negotiate plea bargains
To defend the accused and ensure a fair trial
#7
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
#8
What is the primary purpose of the Miranda warning?
To inform suspects of their right to remain silent
To intimidate suspects into confessing
To warn suspects about potential dangers
To deny suspects access to legal counsel
#9
What is plea bargaining in criminal procedure?
A negotiation between the defendant and the judge
A negotiation between the prosecutor and the defense
A negotiation between the defendant and the victim
A negotiation between the defense and the jury
#10
What is the purpose of the grand jury in criminal proceedings?
To determine guilt or innocence
To issue indictments
To oversee the trial process
To negotiate plea bargains
#11
What is the purpose of bail in the criminal justice system?
To punish the defendant
To ensure the defendant appears for trial
To determine guilt or innocence
To compensate the victim
#12
What is the 'burden of proof' in criminal cases?
The obligation to prove innocence
The obligation to prove guilt
The obligation to provide evidence
The obligation to testify
#13
What does the exclusionary rule state?
Illegally obtained evidence is admissible in court
Illegally obtained evidence is inadmissible in court
Illegally obtained evidence must be destroyed
Illegally obtained evidence can be used to coerce confessions
#14
What is the 'fruit of the poisonous tree' doctrine?
Evidence obtained illegally is inadmissible
Evidence obtained through coercion is admissible
Evidence obtained through entrapment is admissible
Evidence obtained through deception is admissible
#15
What is the significance of the landmark case Miranda v. Arizona (1966)?
Established the right to a fair and speedy trial
Established the exclusionary rule
Established the Miranda warning requirement
Established the right to legal counsel
#16
What is the purpose of a pre-trial conference in criminal cases?
To determine guilt or innocence
To negotiate plea bargains
To prepare for trial
To issue subpoenas
#17
What does the term 'double jeopardy' refer to in criminal law?
Being tried twice for the same crime
Facing multiple charges for the same crime
Receiving two separate sentences for the same crime
Appealing a guilty verdict
#18
What is the difference between parole and probation?
Parole is granted before trial, while probation is granted after sentencing
Parole is supervised release from prison, while probation is an alternative to prison
Parole is granted by a judge, while probation is granted by a parole board
There is no difference