Chapter 1
What is a trial by a judge without a jury called?
Bench Trial.
Which type of cases do trial courts decide?
Felonies.
The largest category of juvenile cases are cases of what?
Delinquency.
During which phase of the criminal justice process is the felony defendant formally accused of a crime and called upon to enter a plea?
arraignment
Which amendment to the US Constitution protects citizens against the "unreasonable search and seizure" of the government?
The Fourth Amendment.
What term emphasizes fundamental fairness a person should always be given regarding charges brought against them, and be provided a real chance to represent their side in a legal dispute, and that no law should be arbitrary?
Due Process.
Lower Court Judge.
What kind of offense is only an offense because it was committed by a juvenile?
Status offense.
How many forms of bail are available to a defendant?
Four.
What is the name of the highest Criminal Court in Texas?
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
The operation of two separate and distinct court systems in the United States is referred to as what?
A Dual Court System.
What are the urban counterparts of the justice of the peace Courts?
Municipal Courts.
Reformers of the Court systems suggest juvenile courts be a part of what Court system?
The return of a grand jury indictment is also referred to as:
True Bill.
The informal and formal exchange of information between the prosecutor and the defense attorney prior to trial is called __________.
Discovery.
What is the key goal of the crime control model?
Repress criminal conduct.
Which level do most of the nation's judicial business take place?
State level.
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
True/False: Juvenile proceedings open to the public?
False
The two primary duties of the grand jury have been summarized in the phrase:
shield and sword.
Which amendment to the US Constitution allows citizens accused of serious offenses "the right to an attorney"?
The Sixth Amendment.
What is the body of rules, other than criminal law, that governs private parties?
Civil law.
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!
True or False: Intermediate Court of Appeals must hear all properly filed appeals.
True.
Which case held that the death penalty may not be imposed on offenders who commit crimes before they are 18?
Roper v. Simmons
True/False:
The strength of the evidence police provide to prosecutors is one of the most important factors influencing whether prosecutors file criminal charges.
True.
Which of the following cases deals with "stop and frisk"?
Terry v. Ohio