Objection, Your Honor!
What does a judge say when they disagree with an attorney’s objection?
Overruled
In the state of Washington is it legal or illegal to paint polka dots on an American bald eagle?
Illegal, federally protected animal
Sabrina Carpenter walks into a designer boutique and slips a $500 necklace into her purse. She leaves the store without paying, intending to keep it. What crime has Sabrina committed? A. Robbery B. Theft C. Burglary D. Fraud
B, took control of someone else’s property and intended to deprive the owner of its value
In which U.S. state is it illegal to operate a bingo game while intoxicated?
A. Nevada B. Florida C. North Carolina D. Ohio
C, North Carolina
This Harvard Law student proved that you can love fashion, wear pink, and still become a successful lawyer. She famously said, "What, like it's hard?"
Elle Woods
What does a judge say when they agree with an attorney’s objection?
Sustained
In the US is it legal or illegal to drive a motor vehicle barefoot?
Legal
OMG! You just met Justin Bieber at Harry’s! Somehow you two get into an argument and you insult his music. Justin intentionally punches you in the face, leaving you with a bruised eye. Guess you guys had bad blood. What crime could Justin be charged with? A. Assault B. Disorderly conduct C. Battery D. Not guilty
C, battery involved intentionally touching another in an angry manner
In which U.S. state is it illegal to eat a frog that died during a frog-jumping competition?
A. Texas B. California C. Louisiana D. Florida
B, California
This criminal defense attorney is known for his flashy suits, questionable morals, and ability to get almost anyone out of trouble. His clients range from small-time criminals to some of Albuquerque's most notorious drug dealers.
Saul Goodman
An attorney asks, “The defendant was wearing a red shirt, wasn't he?” What objection could be raised during direct examination?
Leading the witness
In Gainesville, Georgia, is it legal or illegal to eat fried chicken using a knife and fork?
Illegal, was a 1961 publicity stunt but it isn't enforced
President Mitch Daniels gets into a heated argument with Mung Chiang about Purdue football. Later that night, Mitch decides to get revenge by grabbing a baseball bat and smashing every window of Mung’s car, causing $4,000 in damage. What crime would Mitch be charged with? A. Criminal Recklessness B. Criminal Mischief C. Trespassing D. Conversion
B, knowingly or intentionally damaging another person's property without their consent constitutes criminal mischief.
In which U.S. state is it illegal to feed wild peacocks, even on your own private property?
A. Arizona B. California C. Florida D. Nevada
B, California
This confident New York attorney is known as one of the city's best closers. He hires a brilliant college dropout with a photographic memory to work at his law firm.
Harvey Specter
A witness says, “My neighbor told me she saw the defendant steal the car.” What objection could be raised if offered to prove the theft?
Hearsay
In Washington, D.C. you are walking down the street visibly intoxicated and stumbling around. Is this legal or illegal?
Legal, D.C. decriminalized public intoxication back in the 1970s
Spider-Man is being investigated for a crime he didn't commit. To protect his friend, who actually committed the crime, he knowingly provides police with a fake alibi and false information. As a result, police spend days investigating the wrong leads. What is the most appropriate charge? A. Obstruction of justice B. Criminal Trespass C. Perjury D. Assisting a criminal
D, Indiana Code § 35-44.1-2-5, knowingly helping someone who committed a crime avoid being caught is assisting a criminal
Which U.S. state has an official law specifying how its name should be pronounced, including that the final "s" must be silent?
Arkansas
By day, this blind attorney represents clients in Hell's Kitchen. By night, he uses his heightened senses to fight crime as a masked vigilante.
Matt Murdock
An attorney repeatedly asks a question that the witness has already answered. What objection could be raised?
Asked and answered
In the state of Wisconsin, is it legal or illegal for a restaurant to serve margarine instead of butter without the customer's permission?
Illegal, Wisconsin Statute § 97.18... yes butter is that serious for those guys
Young under 21 Leonardo DiCaprio is hitting up Cactus, but forgot his fake ID. Instead of going home he borrows his younger brother’s fake ID, which says he’s 25, and uses it to buy alcohol at the bar. The bartender believes him serves him a drink. What’s the charge? A. Identity deception B. False Informing C. Furnishing false identification D. Forgery
C
Which U.S. state is it illegal to wear a fake mustache in church if it causes laughter?
Alabama
This young Navy lawyer defends two Marines accused of murder at Guantanamo Bay. During a dramatic courtroom confrontation, he pressures a colonel into admitting he ordered an unauthorized disciplinary punishment.
Daniel Kaffee