- 1. Criminal procedure refers to the process by which criminal offenses are investigated, prosecuted, and adjudicated by the legal system. It encompasses a series of steps that guide the interactions between law enforcement authorities, prosecutors, defendants, and the courts. Key components of criminal procedure include the gathering of evidence, arrest and interrogation of suspects, charging decisions, pre-trial hearings, trial proceedings, sentencing, and post-conviction remedies. The primary objectives of criminal procedure are to safeguard the rights of individuals accused of crimes, ensure a fair and impartial process, establish guilt or innocence based on reliable evidence, and uphold the principles of justice and due process.
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?
A) Second Amendment
B) Fourth Amendment
C) First Amendment
D) Sixth Amendment
- 2. Miranda rights protect a suspect's right to what?
A) Remain silent and have an attorney present
B) Be released without charge
C) Receive a trial by jury
D) Choose their own judge
- 3. What does 'double jeopardy' refer to in criminal procedure?
A) Being tried twice for the same crime
B) Having two lawyers in court
C) Being charged with two different crimes simultaneously
D) Receiving two separate punishments for one crime
- 4. What is the term for a formal accusation issued by a grand jury?
A) Indictment
B) Warrant
C) Plea bargain
D) Subpoena
- 5. In a criminal trial, who must prove the guilt of the accused?
A) The jury
B) The prosecution
C) The defense
D) The judge
- 6. In which phase of criminal procedure do most cases end without going to trial?
A) Grand jury
B) Sentencing
C) Plea bargaining
D) Arraignment
- 7. What is the term for a legal procedure that moves a case from juvenile court to adult court?
A) Probation
B) Appeal
C) Parole
D) Waiver
- 8. What does 'recusal' mean in criminal procedure?
A) Jury declaring a mistrial
B) Defendant refusing to testify
C) Removal of a judge due to conflict of interest
D) Prosecution presenting new evidence
- 9. What is the term for an agreement between the prosecution and defense where the defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge?
A) Acquittal
B) Perjury
C) Objection
D) Plea bargain
- 10. What does 'discovery' involve in criminal procedure?
A) Finding new evidence during trial
B) Process of sharing evidence between parties
C) Revealing the identity of an informant
D) Determining the guilt of the accused
- 11. What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
A) Felonies are tried in federal courts, while misdemeanors are tried in state courts.
B) Misdemeanors are only punishable by fines, while felonies always involve imprisonment.
C) Misdemeanors are less serious offenses than felonies.
D) Misdemeanors always require a trial by jury, while felonies can be decided by a judge.
- 12. What is 'probable cause' in criminal procedure?
A) Making a guess about a suspect
B) Exact evidence proving guilt
C) Hunch of law enforcement
D) Reasonable belief that a crime has been committed
- 13. What is the term for a court order that requires a person to appear and testify in court?
A) Indictment
B) Warrant
C) Appeal
D) Subpoena
- 14. What is the purpose of the initial appearance in the criminal justice process?
A) To issue a warrant
B) To determine guilt or innocence
C) To inform the accused of their charges and rights
D) To conduct a trial
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