
QUIZ 2 LEGAL TERMS 9-29
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- Q1What is the purpose of a jury in a trial?To represent the stateTo present evidenceTo determine the facts of the caseTo instruct the judge30s
- Q2What is a plea bargain?A sentence given by the judgeA trial held without a juryAn agreement where a defendant pleads guilty to a lesser chargeA type of appeal30s
- Q3What is the role of a judge in a trial?To serve as a jury memberTo present evidenceTo oversee the legal proceedings and ensure a fair trialTo argue the case30s
- Q4What is double jeopardy?Being tried twice for the same crimeA sentence that is too harshA type of defense strategyThe right to remain silent30s
- Q5What is the standard of proof required in a criminal trial?Clear and convincing evidenceBeyond a reasonable doubtPreponderance of the evidenceReasonable suspicion30s
- Q6What is the role of an attorney at a trial?To collect evidenceTo represent the interests of their clientTo serve as a witnessTo act as a judge30s
- Q7What does the term 'witness testimony' refer to in a trial?The evidence presented in documentsThe lawyer's closing argumentsThe judge's instructions to the juryStatements made by individuals who have seen or heard relevant information30s
- Q8What is 'discovery' in the context of a trial?The sentencing phase after a convictionThe final verdict issued by the juryThe closing statements of the trialThe pre-trial process where both parties exchange information and evidence30s
- Q9What is an appeal in the context of a trial?The process of jury selectionA request for a higher court to review the decision of a lower courtThe sentencing phase of the trialA preliminary hearing before the trial30s
- Q10What is the significance of the 'right to remain silent'?It guarantees a quick trialIt protects individuals from self-incriminationIt ensures a jury trial in all casesIt allows defendants to speak freely in court30s
- Q11What is the legal term for a written law passed by a legislative body?RegulationPrecedentOrdinanceStatute30s
- Q12What is the term for the legal process by which a court determines the rights of the parties involved in a lawsuit?MediationArbitrationLitigationNegotiation30s
- Q13What is the term for a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime?SummonsDepositionVerdictIndictment30s
- Q14What is the legal term for the right of an individual to refuse to testify in court?SubpoenaTestimonyImmunityPrivilege30s
- Q15What is the term for a legal document that orders a person to appear in court or produce evidence?SubpoenaComplaintAffidavitWarrant30s