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As an elected official, who does a prosecutor answer to?
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judges
voters
law enforcement
the American Bar Association
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What is the most important factor a prosecutor considers when deciding on criminal prosecution?
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the victim's wishes
sufficient evidence for conviction
police certainty of guilt
existing caseloads
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As an elected official, who does a prosecutor answer to?
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What is the most important factor a prosecutor considers when deciding on criminal prosecution?
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In which case did the United States Supreme Court extend the right to an attorney to juveniles?
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Prosecutors have discretion to do all of the following except:
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If a grand jury finds that probable cause exists, they will issue a(n) ____________ against the defendant.
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Defense attorneys have many responsibilities. Which of the following is NOT one of their responsibilities?
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What is the primary purpose of discovery?
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What is one reason prosecutors may decide to dismiss a case?
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Which Amendment addresses bail?
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In which case did the United States Supreme Court hold that the state must provide counsel to those who cannot afford to hire one for themselves?
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Police officers are often concerned with ___________, while prosecutors are concerned with ___________.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the decisions the prosecutor must make during the pretrial process?
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What title is given to the chief law officer of the state?
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In which case did the United States Supreme Court uphold preventive detention?
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Grand juries differ from trials. Which of the following is NOT one of the differences?
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The American justice system is classified as:
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Which action occurs during the arraignment?
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What factor would not influence a judge's decision-making process in setting bail?
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What is the defense attorney's largest responsibility?
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Why would a defendant sign a Boykin form?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the methods used for assigning attorneys to represent indigent defendants?
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What is the name for a judge's order that releases the accused from jail with the understanding that he or she will return of his or own will for further proceedings?
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During which proceeding is the accused advised of the charges, right to counsel, and applicable bail?
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Which of the following is not a factor in a judge's decision to set bail?
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Under what circumstance may an attorney break attorney-client privilege?
