#1
Which amendment of the U.S. Constitution is often invoked in the context of the admissibility of scientific evidence?
First Amendment
ExplanationOften invoked in discussions about admissibility of scientific evidence.
#2
Which of the following is a potential consequence if scientific evidence is deemed inadmissible?
The evidence cannot be considered by the jury
ExplanationImpact of inadmissible evidence on jury consideration.
#3
In the context of scientific evidence, what does the 'preponderance of the evidence' standard refer to?
The requirement that evidence must be more convincing than the opposing evidence
ExplanationStandard of evidence convincing superiority.
#4
What is the term for scientific evidence that is relevant to a legal proceeding but has not yet been subjected to rigorous scientific scrutiny?
Novel evidence
ExplanationRelevant evidence not yet rigorously scrutinized.
#5
Which standard for admissibility of scientific evidence emphasizes the importance of the evidence being relevant to the issues in dispute?
Daubert standard
ExplanationEmphasis on relevance in Daubert standard.
#6
Which legal case established the standard for the admissibility of scientific evidence in the United States?
Frye v. United States
ExplanationEstablished the standard of general acceptance within the relevant scientific community.
#7
What is the main criterion under the Frye standard for admitting scientific evidence?
General acceptance within the relevant scientific community
ExplanationCriteria for admitting scientific evidence.
#8
In the context of scientific evidence, what does the term 'peer review' refer to?
The review of evidence by individuals with similar expertise
ExplanationRefers to review by experts in the field.
#9
Under the Daubert standard, what is the role of the judge?
To act as a gatekeeper for the admission of scientific evidence
ExplanationRole of judge in Daubert standard.
#10
What term refers to the legal principle that prohibits the use of scientific evidence if it has the potential to mislead the jury?
Exclusionary rule
ExplanationLegal principle against misleading evidence.
#11
Under the Daubert standard, which factor is NOT considered in evaluating the admissibility of scientific evidence?
The fame of the expert witness
ExplanationIrrelevant factor under Daubert standard.
#12
In the Daubert trilogy, what case affirmed the gatekeeping role of judges in admitting scientific evidence?
Joiner v. General Electric Co.
ExplanationAffirmed judges' gatekeeping role.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a key element of the Daubert factors?
Whether the evidence has gained the approval of the general public
ExplanationNot a key element of Daubert factors.
#14
Which U.S. Supreme Court case affirmed the use of Rule 702 of the Federal Rules of Evidence in assessing the admissibility of expert testimony?
Kumho Tire Co. v. Carmichael
ExplanationAffirmed use of Rule 702 in assessing expert testimony.
#15
Under the Daubert standard, what is the requirement for the expert's opinion to be based on reliable methods and principles?
The methods and principles must be grounded in scientific knowledge and validated by the scientific method
ExplanationRequirement for reliability and scientific validation.