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Judiciary Branch

Quiz by Robyn Dorow

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22 questions
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  • Q1
    Generally speaking, civil defense lawyers support judicial candidates who have which of the following characteristics?
    antibusiness
    Liberal
    Republican & Pro-Defendant
    30s
  • Q2
    Municipal courts have jurisdictions over which of the following?
    felonies
    Class C misdemeanors
    traffic and parking tickets
    traffic and parking tickets class C misdemeanors search and arrest warrants violations of city ordinances
    30s
  • Q3
    Generally speaking, trial lawyers support judicial candidates who have which of the following characteristics?
    pro-plaintiff Democratic
    pro-defendant conservative
    30s
  • Q4
    Lawyers can be disciplined for which of the following infractions?
    failing to keep a client informed of a legal matter
    paying funds from a legal settlement too quickly
    failing to pass the bar exam
    failing to generate litigation
    30s
  • Q5
    As the Republican Party has grown in strength in Texas, judicial races have become more competitive, both within the party and against Democratic candidates. What are some of the consequences of this increased competition?
    elections have begun trending in a more nonpartisan direction
    Elections are much more expensive. Elections are highly political.
    elections have become less expensive
    30s
  • Q6
    A _____ refers to a situation in which the prosecutor and defense attorney negotiate an agreement whereby the accused pleads guilty to a less serious crime than originally charged or in return for a reduction in the sentence to be served.
    plea of no contest
    Plea Bargain
    de novo
    writ of habeas corpus
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following are requirements for those who wish to practice law in Texas?
    must have worked five years in the field as a paralegal
    must pass the state bar exam must have a Juris Doctor degree must be sworn in as a lawyer
    must be 40 years old
    must live in that state for 7 years
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is the main reason judges set bonds for defendants?
    to send a message
    to ensure the appearance of a suspect
    to encourage a plea bargain
    to reimburse taxpayers
    30s
  • Q9
    The Code of Judicial Conduct is promulgated by the –____of Texas and is enforced by the ______along with certain legislative requirements on judges.
    Supreme Court, State Commission on Judicial Conduct
    governor
    appellate court
    30s
  • Q10
    What purpose do grand juries serve?
    they determine if an individual is guilty or not guilty of a crime
    they select individuals to serve on a trial jury
    they determine if there is sufficient evidence to bring the accused to trial
    they approve plea bargains
    30s
  • Q11
    Which standard for the burden of proof is used in civil cases?
    indictment
    de novo
    beyond a reasonable doubt
    a preponderance of the evidence
    30s
  • Q12
    How does merit selection of judges typically work?
    Political parties nominate judicial candidates based on merit. Judges are subject to partisan elections to keep their offices.
    A blue-ribbon commission nominates judicial candidates for appointment. Judges are subject to retention elections to keep their offices. The governor appoints recommended candidates to office.
    30s
  • Q13
    In states that use merit selection to choose judges, an appointed judge runs in a _______election, in which voters decide whether or not the judge should stay in office.
    partisan
    primary
    general
    Retention
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following are reasons judicial elections have become more expensive over time?
    The majority of Texans donate to judicial candidates, but only in small amounts.
    Television advertising is expensive. Judicial races need visibility. Judicial candidates need money to run meaningful campaigns.
    30s
  • Q15
    Which of the following statements about indictments in Texas are true?
    the vote of all 12 grand jurors is needed to indict
    An indictment is the responsibility of the grand jury. If an indictment is not returned, the conclusion of the grand jury is a "no bill." An indictment is sometimes referred to as a "true bill.
    an indictment is sometimes referred to as a "fake bill"
    30s

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