Amendment
Whats happens if you cant afford an attorney?
One will be appointed to you by the government.
Why are the Miranda rights so important?
It makes sure everyone is aware of their rights and consequences.
Can the defendant choose to deny all charges being pressed?
Yes, the alibi defense allows the defendant to prove his claim by using evidence.
What is the difference between part one and part two offenses?
Part one are more serious like murder, robbery, assault. Part two is less serious and considered victimless.
What is the Amendment that guarantees the right to a speedy trial?
The 6th Amendment
What happens if someone is not read their rights?
The defendant can claim that a confession was obtained illegal resulting in a dropped trial and charges in some cases.
What do criminologists call the unkown amount of crime?
What is the Amendment that protect individuals from being tried twice for the same crime?
The 5th Amendment
True or False: Miranda rights are required by law to be read before questioning.
False, if a crime is in progress or creating public safety concerns then it is legal to question prior to Miranda warnings.
What is the defense where the defendant was involved in a crime but did so under circumstances where there was no criminal intent?
Excuse defense
What problems do data collection methods have?
Rely on citizens to either file reports to police, tell the truth and have a place they are able to be contacted at.
Does a defendant have the choice to wave the right to obtain a jury?
Yes the 6th Amendment allows the right to a jury but the defendant can wave that if they please.
What is the two events that would trigger a Miranda warning?
Custody and interrogation
True or false: Football can be considered a consent defense.
True, a person can give consent to be involved in activities that otherwise would be illegal, like tackling people which could be assult.
What are the three methods used to collect crime data?
FBIs uniform Crime Reporting Program, Bureau of Justice Statistics National Crime Victimization survey and self reported studies.