Objection
An attorney asks: "Isn't it true that you were angry when you entered the room?" On direct examination, opposing counsel objects because the question suggests its answer.
What is leading?
Intentionally taking someone else's property without permission with the intent to deprive them of it.
What is theft/larceny?
This attorney represents people accused of crimes.
Who is a criminal defense attorney?
A written statement made under oath.
A written statement made under oath.
Jordan is arrested and repeatedly questioned while in custody without first being informed of the right to remain silent. What famous case immediately comes to mind?
What is Miranda v. Arizona?
A witness begins explaining what their neighbor told them happened, and the statement is offered to prove that it actually happened.
What is hearsay?
Intentionally causing another person to reasonably fear imminent harmful or offensive contact.
What is assault?
This attorney handles matters such as divorce, child custody, and child support.
Who is a family law attorney?
A court order requiring someone to appear in court or produce evidence.
What is a subpoena?
Alex threatens Taylor with an immediate punch, causing Taylor to reasonably fear being hit, but Alex never makes contact. What intentional tort may have occurred?
What is assault?
The attorney asks essentially the same question repeatedly after the witness has already answered it.
What is asked and answered?
Entering a building unlawfully with the intent to commit a crime inside.
What is burglary?
This attorney handles visas, green cards, naturalization, removal proceedings, and other immigration matters.
Who is an immigration attorney?
An agreement between opposing sides that resolves a dispute without a trial.
What is a settlement?
Police search someone's home without a warrant, consent, or an applicable exception. Which constitutional amendment is most directly implicated?
What is the Fourth Amendment?
An attorney asks a witness about something that has no meaningful connection to an issue in the case.
What is relevance?
Taking property from another person through force or threat of force.
What is robbery?
This attorney may handle wills, trusts, probate, and planning what happens to someone's assets after death.
Who is an estate planning attorney?
The process of questioning potential jurors before a trial.
What is voir dire?
During a trial, a witness says, "My friend told me the defendant stole the car," and the statement is offered to prove the defendant stole it. What objection might the attorney raise?
What is hearsay?
The attorney asks, "When you saw the defendant steal the phone and run away, what did you do?" even though whether the defendant stole it is disputed.
What is assumes facts not in evidence?
An agreement between two or more people to commit a criminal offense, generally accompanied by any additional act required by the applicable law.
What is conspiracy?
This government attorney represents the state or government in bringing criminal charges against defendants.
Who is a prosecutor?
A previous court decision used as authority when deciding later cases involving similar legal issues.
What is precedent?
A judge follows a controlling decision from a higher court when deciding a similar legal issue. What legal doctrine is being applied?
What is stare decisis?