Row 1
Filing a _________ is the first step in a lawsuit.
Complaint
If jurors cannot reach a verdict, a __________ is declared.
Mistrial
Which case would be heard by a jury?
The use of indeterminate sentences is criticized because...
sentences are often too short.
After hours of deliberation, the jury felt the evidence was not convincing and voted for _________.
acquittal
Studies have show that an abuse or neglected child is more likely than other children to become a ________ ___________.
Juvenile Delinquent
During criminal trials, the ___________ presents its witnesses first.
Prosecution
Which of the following is a suit of equity?
1) divorce
2) suing for merchandise never received
3) Suing to prevent a sewage treatment plant from being built in your town
4) suing the driver of a car that hit your car
3) Suing to prevent a sewage treatment plant from being built in your town
Sentencing at the federal level:
1) increases the number of capital punishment sentences
2) increases the length of mandatory sentences
3) uses a range of sentences based on categories of crime
4) uses indeterminate sentences and parole
3) uses a range of sentences based on categories of crime
The judge issued an ________ to stop construction of a new highway.
Injunction
A person convicted of a ____________ would most likely be required to pay a fine.
Misdemeanor
With ____________ sentencing, a judge must impose on a convicted criminal whatever sentence the law directs.
Mandatory
Which of the following sentences would most likely be received by someone convicted of a felony?
1) a fine
2) a few days in jail
3) long term jail
4) probation
3) long term jail
At an arraignment:
1) the accused pleads guilty or not guilty
2) the parole board reviews a prisoner's record
3) plea bargains are arranged
4) it is decided whether or not to dismiss the case
1) the accused pleads guilty or not guilty
At the ______________ the defendant pleaded not guilty to the charge.
Arraignment
Criminal cases are often settled through _____ _________ to avoid lengthy trials.
Plea Bargaining
Before giving a prisoner __________, a board reviews the prisoner's case.
Parole
Vocational training programs are aimed at who?
The purpose of cross-examination is to:
to cast doubt on the testimony of a witness
A jury that cannot agree on a verdict.
A hung jury.
Burglary is an example of __________.
Larceny
In ________ court, people may represent themselves instead of using an attorney.
Small Claims
The difference between determinate and indeterminate sentencing is what?
Determinate sentences involve a specific period of time.
In order to reach a verdict, juries must review the __________ presented at the trial.
evidence
The criminal laws of the state.
Penal Code