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How many jurors are on a Grand Jury in the state of Texas?
12
What percentage of the full bail amount does a defendant typically pay the bail bond company?
10%
Who requests a Grand Jury Proceeding?
the prosecutor
How many types of pleas are there to choose from?
3
Who has to request a Preliminary Hearing?
the defendant
What was the first governing document of the U.S. after gaining independence?
the articles of confederation
Protects citizens from unreasonable search and seizure
4th amendment
TRUE OR FALSE: The U.S. Constitution is a living document
True
The legally defined area over which an agency has control:
Jurisdiction
Protects citizens from double jeopardy, self-incrimination, & abuse of authority
5th amendment
One of the first court hearings after someone is charged with a crime; you state your plea and are informed of charges:
Arraignment
Court order requiring an accused person (who is not already in custody) to appear in court:
Summons
Guarantees the right to a speedy & fair trial by jury, right to an attorney, etc.
6th amendment
What were the Articles of Confederation replaced with?
U.S. Constitution
A court order requiring a person to appear in court to give testimony or provide evidence:
Subpoena
Which court handles things such as Issuance of Warrants and Marriage Ceremonies?
justice of the peace
Which court handles cases w/serious crimes, civil cases w/large amount of money, & most family relationship cases?
District Court
How many County Courts does the state of Texas have?
254
How long after an arrest must the suspect have their magistrate hearing?
48 hours
Which court hears civil appeals from district & county courts, and criminal appeals - except for death penalty cases?
Texas Court of Appeals
This appellate court is the final court in civil and juvenile matters:
Texas Supreme Court
to formally charge someone with a crime
obstruction of justice
This appellate court hears death penalty cases and is the final court in all criminal appeals:
Court of Criminal Appeals
Which court hearing (in the state of Texas) would the accused be provided a public defender if they can not afford one?
Magistrate
to formally charge someone with a crime
Indictment