#1
What is the function of a grand jury in the legal system?
To determine guilt or innocence of a defendant
To conduct investigations and decide whether to indict a suspect
To preside over trials and issue judgments
To provide legal representation for defendants
#2
Which of the following statements best describes grand jury secrecy?
Grand jury proceedings are always open to the public.
Grand jury proceedings are sealed and kept confidential.
Grand jury members are allowed to discuss cases with the media.
Grand jury secrecy only applies to certain types of cases.
#3
What is the primary purpose of grand jury proceedings?
To determine guilt or innocence
To gather evidence and decide whether to indict
To conduct trials and issue verdicts
To provide legal representation to defendants
#4
Who typically presents evidence and calls witnesses during grand jury proceedings?
Defense attorney
Prosecutor
Judge
Jury foreperson
#5
What is the term for a person summoned to appear as a witness before a grand jury?
Defendant
Juror
Witness
Advocate
#6
In the United States, what is the typical size of a grand jury?
5 members
9 members
12 members
15 members
#7
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a grand jury?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
#8
In what kind of cases might a grand jury be convened?
Only civil cases
Only criminal cases
Both civil and criminal cases
Only federal cases
#9
What is the term for a legal document issued by a grand jury that formally accuses someone of committing a crime?
Subpoena
Warrant
Indictment
Summons
#10
In what year was the first grand jury established in England?
#11
What is the term for a legal process where a prosecutor brings charges against a defendant without a grand jury indictment?
Preliminary hearing
Arraignment
Plea bargain
Subpoena
#12
Which of the following is a potential consequence of a grand jury indictment?
Immediate arrest of the defendant
Dismissal of charges against the defendant
Scheduling of a preliminary hearing
Final judgment and sentencing
#13
What is the term for a legal process where a grand jury declines to indict a suspect?
No true bill
Nullification
Dismissal
Acquittal
#14
Which Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects against double jeopardy, a concept related to grand jury proceedings?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
#15
What is the term for a legal document issued by a grand jury that formally accuses someone of a crime, but is kept confidential until the accused is arrested?
Sealed indictment
Undercover indictment
Secret indictment
Private indictment