Court Functions Practice Test

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• Which best defines Information & Belief?
• Courts of record means...
• Reasonable Suspicion must last no longer than to _______ or ________.
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a component of Police Officer Trial Preparation?
• A waiver of constitutional rights must be a _______, intentional, and voluntary/knowingly.
• Which event is defined as a court proceeding where the defendant is informed of charges and enters a plea?
• Who is generally responsible for filing charges against a suspect in court?
• Pretrial motions are used to do what?
• Which statement about Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) is accurate?
• Which court is referred to as the highest court of the land?
• Which statement about challenges in voir dire is accurate?
• Which statement best describes a judgment by confession?
• To determine if there is ______ to believe that a crime was committed, the appropriate standard is applied.
• An appearance ticket serves in lieu of an arrest for minor offenses.
• A bond can never be denied.
• What is the standard for admissibility of lay opinion?
• What does res judicata mean?
• What is service of process designed to accomplish?
• Reasonable suspicion is based on?
• Does the fact that the suspect is guilty prevent a victim from suing an officer?
• What is a writ of arrest and when is it issued?
• Which factor reflects the defendant's connection to the community?
• What is a bench conference?
• If a party fails to comply with a discovery plan, what is a possible remedy?
• What is jury sequestration?
• Which statement correctly identifies the arraignment in a criminal case?
• Under Color of Law, which statute provides liability for officers who violate rights?
• Can the guilty status of a person prevent a civil suit against an officer?
• Which of the following is an accurate expansion of HYTA?
• Civil Infractions are...?
• Qualified Immunity protects officers performing discretionary functions UNLESS ...
• When can the court forfeit a bond?
• What is the jury's main responsibility?
• In a plea bargain, who negotiates the case disposition?
• Arraignments on all criminal cases are handled by which court?
• Which bond type commonly involves the bail being set and the defendant released upon payment of money upfront?
• What is a closing argument?
• In trials, what is the judge's role?
• In court terms, what does venue refer to?
• Which statement correctly defines res judicata?
• Does guilt automatically shield officers from civil allegations?
• In a civil case against a police officer, does the guilt of the involved party stop the officer from being sued?
• An appearance ticket is issued for minor offenses of ___________ in lieu of an arrest.
• In civil practice, which party bears the burden of proving elements of a claim?
• Can the guilt of a suspect automatically stop a lawsuit against a police officer?
• What is the typical outcome when there is no genuine dispute of material fact in a case?
• General Jurisdiction of District Courts includes which?
• What is the purpose of a discovery plan?
• Which bond type imposes conditions such as staying away from certain people or refraining from alcohol?
• What is probation?
• Which statement describes the purpose of an opening statement?
• Does the guilty status of the person involved prevent legal action against the officer?
• Which party files the initial pleading to start a civil case?
• Victim's Rights are certain rights _________ that officers MUST provide to victims of certain crimes.
• What is chain of custody in evidence handling?
• During arraignment, which rights are typically explained to the defendant?
• Does a guilty verdict for a person involved shield an officer from suits?
• Preliminary examinations are held in district court and are for ______ ONLY.
• Who deals with PPOs?
• When is a motion for a directed verdict typically appropriate?
• In civil actions involving law enforcement, does the culpable status of the involved person bar the suit?
• In a hung jury, does the court dismiss the case and release the defendant?
• Due Process can be _______ or _______.
• An indictment is defined as what?
• Can any judge/magistrate issue a search warrant outside their venue?
• Which of the following triggers a bond forfeiture?
• Which division of the circuit court handles all felony trials?
• Which statement about grand juries is true?
• In district court's general jurisdiction, which proceedings are included for felonies and circuit court misdemeanors?
• Which item would be found in an exhibit log?
• What must the prosecutor present during trial?
• Guilty Pleas must be done in front of a judge, and the defendant must admit to the elements of the crime for ________ crimes.
• A defendant's first appearance in court is called what?
• What is a subpoena and its effect?
• Who issues an indictment?
• Which term describes a defendant's first court appearance where charges are formally presented?
• What is the function of the docket in court administration?
• Which of the following describes proper court attire?
• Document to compel a witness to appear?
• Circuit Court seats how many jurors?
• What is a cash bond?
• Which statement best describes cash/surety bonds?
• In civil law, Interrogatories are ...
• HYTA stands for which Act?
• A judge may put restrictions on a person being released on bond.
• What is an exhibit log?
• Which item is closest to the jury in courtroom seating?
• What is an eviction case and its typical process?
• What is a recusal?
• Is there a reasonable alternative theory that the defendant is not guilty under the standard of beyond a reasonable doubt?
• What kinds of cases does the US Supreme Court take?
• What describes the role of the judge in a bench trial?
• Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) is only required for...
• What is the standard burden of proof in a criminal case?
• What qualifies as expert testimony?
• In a criminal arraignment, what is usually done?
• Which of the following best defines a grand jury?
• A _____ may authorize a search warrant outside their court's venue.
• What is the primary requirement for a valid waiver of constitutional rights?
• In lawsuits against police officers, is guilt of the plaintiff or involved party a defense for the officer?
• Magistrate Court arraignments for both...
• What is the purpose of a bond in a criminal case?
• What is an opening statement?
• What is the difference between a verdict and a judgment?
• Specific Intent Crimes require that the defendant have a specific intent to achieve a particular result.
• Which statement is true about habeas corpus?
• Where are high misdemeanors handled?
• A bond that usually requires the full bond amount and a bondsman is best described as?
• What is the primary purpose of bail?
• Failure to appear for court has what impact on bond decisions?
• Which statement about directed verdict is true?
• Which statement about no contest (no contest) pleas is most accurate?
• Which option best describes a custody order for exhibits?
• What does proving a Specific Intent Crime require?
• What is the jury's role in relation to evidence?
• What is the role of the judge in ruling on objections?
• What are these bonds with restrictions called?
• What is the standard of proof in a civil case?
• Does double jeopardy attach with a hung jury?
• If a jury is hung, what is the typical next step?
• What is the primary responsibility of the court clerk at the start of a case?
• Guilty pleas can include no contest; this is taken as a guilty plea. Facts entered by _______ or _____.
• Who typically participates in a bench conference?
• What is voir dire primarily used for?
• A defendant's first appearance in court is...
• Can a bond be denied?
• What is a summary judgment?
• Being sued for more than $25,000 is typically filed in which court?
• Is civil liability of an officer negated by the other party's guilt?
• What is the most common type of bond?
• The purpose of HYTA is to keep youthful mistakes off of the criminal record.
• Absconding on a felony bond can be charged as what?
• Does the guilty status of the party involved mean an officer cannot be sued?
• Which bond type is typically the hardest to post?
• Which of the following best describes a contempt of court order?
• If a person is guilty, does it automatically shield an officer from civil liability?
• What is a writ of execution?
• Which situation leads to a bench warrant being issued?
• Which statement best captures the concept of privilege in legal proceedings?
• What is the standard of proof in a civil case?
• A civil claim under 42 U.S.C. 1983 is typically brought against which party?
• Which statement best describes a bench trial?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor in bond decisions?
• Which of the following is a purpose of habeas corpus?
• District Court seats how many jurors?
• Which body hears evidence to determine probable cause?
• Probable cause is best described as?
• If the judge finds probable cause, they will issue a...
• What is a stipulation?
• What is a default judgment?
• Terry stop-and-frisk is lawful under which condition?
• What is a court's order of contempt?
• Which statement best describes ex parte communication?
• Appeals from magistrate rulings include which?
• Which constitutional amendment requires that bail cannot be excessive?
• Does a finding of guilt against a person automatically exonerate an officer from civil claims?
• In an affidavit, what is the role of the affiant?
• What is the function of a court's calendar?
• Habeas Corpus is used to...
• What is evidence authentication?
• Acceptance of a no contest plea by the court means the defendant is pleading guilty.
• Which of the following is a role of a judge?
• Which action seeks relief from a judgment on grounds such as excusable neglect or newly discovered evidence?
• How is a civil case officially commenced?
• District Court < $25,000 handles cases in which court?
• District Court handles signing of both which types of warrants?
• What is the difference between a civil action and a criminal action?
• NOT an exception to the hearsay rule?
• Which statement describes probation?
• Civil infractions are best described as?
• In a preliminary exam, the burden of proof is what standard?
• Local jails can hold a person for a max of how many hours?
• What is a peremptory challenge?
• Which of the following is NOT typically a feature of electronic filing (e-filing)?
• Which statement is true about venue?
• What is the difference between a motion to dismiss and a motion for summary judgment?
• Which event is a court proceeding where the defendant is informed of charges and enters a plea?
• Sequestration means...
• What is the purpose of a custody order for exhibits?
• Plea bargains occur where accused and prosecutor negotiate case disposition.
• Under reasonable suspicion, which scenario justifies detaining someone?
• How is a circuit court misdemeanor handled?
• What is a challenge for cause?
• What does res judicata prevent?
• The factor that most directly reflects prior failure to comply with court obligations is?
• Which step is typically required before a trial in an eviction case?
• Which statement is true about Magistrate Courts?
• The Prosecution table is closest to which element?
• When does double jeopardy attach?
• An affidavit is...
• What is a motion to compel discovery?
• What describes pretrial discovery?
• Which is a component of Police Officer Trial Preparation?
• Which situation most clearly risks a default judgment?
• What is a court's authority to seal records?
• HYTA eligibility means you must be younger than 21 at the time of offense.
• Highest Court?
• Who supervises district court?
• In voir dire, cause challenges are best described as:
• Grand Juries are held in which manner?
• What is the standard of proof in a criminal case?
• Does a guilty person prevent an officer from being sued?
• Which of the following is NOT a role of a judge?
• The constitution prevents the denial of a bond.
• The Bill of Rights is applied to the states through which amendment?
• HYTA is available to someone who commits a crime prior to 21 years old.
• Which statement describes a motion for relief from judgment?
• What is an objection commonly raised to admissibility of evidence?
• What is the duty of the bailiff?
• Chief law enforcement officer in the county
• What is a judgment by confession?
• Reasonable Suspicion case law is associated with which case?
• Which statement correctly differentiates reasonable suspicion from probable cause?
• Which of the following is a factor bonds are based on?
• What is an initial pretrial conference and its purpose?
• HYTA's purpose is to keep youthful mistakes off the criminal record.
• What is the purpose of a scheduling order?
• What may a court require as a condition of release in a bond case?
• What is voir dire?
• What is the function of a court reporter?
• Which statement about peremptory challenges is true?
• Which feature best describes electronic filing (e-filing)?
• Which is a hearsay exception for statements made spontaneously or while excited?
• An example of cause for exclusion during voir dire is being a police officer.