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The official responsible for the prosecution of crimes that violate the laws of the United States is ...
The official responsible for the prosecution of crimes that violate the laws of the United States is ...
The official responsible for the prosecution of crimes that violate the laws of the United States is the:
 
  a. district attorney.
  b. state's attorney.
  c. commonwealth attorney.
  d. county attorney.
  e. U.S. atto
adrianfebrianya   29   2 Replies
6 years ago
A scientific technique that identifies people through their distinctive gene patterns is:
A scientific technique that identifies people through their distinctive gene patterns is:
A scientific technique that identifies people through their distinctive gene patterns is:
 
  a. DNA analysis.
  b. fingerprint analysis.
  c. toxicology analysis.
  d. blood splatter analysis.
  e. hair/fiber analysis.
ekmj   56   1 Reply
6 years ago
Depraved-mind murder (Multiple Choice)
Depraved-mind murder (Multiple Choice)
Depraved-mind murder
 
  a. includes specific intent to injure or harm
  b. is called second-degree murder in some states
  c. is always a capital offense
  d. is a misdemeanor
gltech99   37   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements does NOT accurately describe the influence of the prosecutor? ...
Which of the following statements does NOT accurately describe the influence of the prosecutor? ...
Which of the following statements does NOT accurately describe the influence of the prosecutor?
 
  a. Prosecutors have little influence and are bound by statutory limits.
  b. Prosecutors are involved throughout most of the criminal
Twatson22   47   1 Reply
6 years ago
The database containing DNA samples used by law enforcement is:
The database containing DNA samples used by law enforcement is:
The database containing DNA samples used by law enforcement is:
 
  a. CODIS.
  b. GIS.
  c. IAFIS.
  d. NIJ.
  e. NCVS.
GIVEMEAWNSERFUC   24   1 Reply
6 years ago
A person who kills another during the course of committing a felony, even if the killing is ...
A person who kills another during the course of committing a felony, even if the killing is ...
A person who kills another during the course of committing a felony, even if the killing is accidental, is guilty of
 
  a. depraved heart murder
  b. involuntary manslaughter
  c. felony murder
  d. excusable homicide
mehdido712   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that defense attorneys are obligated to inform their ...
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that defense attorneys are obligated to inform their ...
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that defense attorneys are obligated to inform their clients about plea agreement offers made by the prosecutor?
 
  a. Missouri v. Frye
  b. Strickland v. Washington
  c. Rothgery v. Gill
Shaquantta   38   2 Replies
6 years ago
The spit and acquit program was developed by:
The spit and acquit program was developed by:
The spit and acquit program was developed by:
 
  a. a judge trying to find defendants guilty.
  b. a defense attorney trying to prove his clients' innocence.
  c. a prosecutor attempting to expand DNA collection.
  d. a for
c9day   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
Most states have (Multiple Choice)
Most states have (Multiple Choice)
Most states have
 
  a. abolished the felony murder rule
  b. reduced felony murder to a misdemeanor
  c. found felony murder to be unconstitutional
  d. retained some form of the felony murder rule
alijan99   48   1 Reply
6 years ago
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that the right to counsel attaches at the initial hearing ...
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that the right to counsel attaches at the initial hearing ...
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that the right to counsel attaches at the initial hearing before a magistrate when the defendant is informed of the charges and restrictions on liberty are imposed?
 
  a. Missouri v. Frye
  b.
Rodderick   27   1 Reply
6 years ago
One of the biggest issues with DNA testing involves too few:
One of the biggest issues with DNA testing involves too few:
One of the biggest issues with DNA testing involves too few:
 
  a. officers.
  b. labs.
  c. analysts.
  d. courts.
  e. prisons.
Shaquantta   27   1 Reply
6 years ago
Some states have limited the felony murder rule by requiring that the
Some states have limited the felony murder rule by requiring that the
Some states have limited the felony murder rule by requiring that the
 
  a. defendant have intend to kill the victim
  b. felony is a dangerous one
  c. victim has actively opposed the defendant
  d. victim has acted neglig
amui10   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
Which of the following statements is FALSE?
 
  a. Defense attorneys are misunderstood by public and by defendant.
  b. Defense attorneys are sometimes inexperienced, overburdened, uncaring, and ineffective.
  c. Defense attorney
valerie2500   32   2 Replies
6 years ago
Which of the following statements is TRUE about forensic evidence?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about forensic evidence?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about forensic evidence?
 
  a. It can identify offenders accurately, even when mishandled by technicians.
  b. Bite marks have been scientifically validated as reliable.
  c. As DNA evid
yaskween2003   73   1 Reply
6 years ago
Today, medical science makes proving the connection between actions and a resulting death much ...
Today, medical science makes proving the connection between actions and a resulting death much ...
Today, medical science makes proving the connection between actions and a resulting death much easier and clearer, so most states have dropped the
 
  a. year-and-a-day rule
  b. decade-and-a-day rule
  c. month-and-a-day rule
meli3198   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following groups of private practice lawyers is NOT considered a specialist in criminal ...
Which of the following groups of private practice lawyers is NOT considered a specialist in criminal ...
Which of the following groups of private practice lawyers is NOT considered a specialist in criminal defense?
 
  a. nationally known defense attorneys who charge high fees.
  b. lawyers of choice for defendants who can afford to pay
Rhileybrooke2   36   1 Reply
6 years ago
If it appears the victim may have provoked the killing, the defendant will likely be charged with ...
If it appears the victim may have provoked the killing, the defendant will likely be charged with ...
If it appears the victim may have provoked the killing, the defendant will likely be charged with
 
  a. felony murder
  b. manslaughter
  c. first-degree murder
  d. depraved-mind murder
jeddsn   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
The environment of criminal defense practice is characterized by all of the following statements ...
The environment of criminal defense practice is characterized by all of the following statements ...
The environment of criminal defense practice is characterized by all of the following statements EXCEPT:
 
  a. clients whose lives and problems are depressing.
  b. poor pay.
  c. usually interesting cases that may be used to ca
Twatson22   19   2 Replies
6 years ago
This particular Act approves the use of roving surveillance aimed at particular individuals.
This particular Act approves the use of roving surveillance aimed at particular individuals.
This particular Act approves the use of roving surveillance aimed at particular individuals.
 
  a. U.S. Surveillance Act
  b. U.S. Patriot Act
  c. U.S. Terrorist Act
  d. U.S. Informer Act
  e. U.S. Protector Act
ekmj   20   1 Reply
6 years ago
In those states that still have the born alive requirement, a fetus must be born alive before its ...
In those states that still have the born alive requirement, a fetus must be born alive before its ...
In those states that still have the born alive requirement, a fetus must be born alive before its death can be
 
  a. murder
  b. voluntary manslaughter
  c. manslaughter
  d. feticide
jeremy.l32   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
An attorney in private practice who contracts with the government to represent all indigent ...
An attorney in private practice who contracts with the government to represent all indigent ...
An attorney in private practice who contracts with the government to represent all indigent defendants in a county during a set period of time and for a specified dollar amount is called a:
 
  a. public defender.
  b. assigned counse
valerie2500   28   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements about weapons technology is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about weapons technology is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about weapons technology is TRUE?
 
  a. It is impossible to subdue a determined suspect with less-lethal weapons.
  b. The trend toward adoption of less-lethal weapons by police departments has been
rahrah23   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following is NOT a method by which indigents receive legal defense?
Which of the following is NOT a method by which indigents receive legal defense?
Which of the following is NOT a method by which indigents receive legal defense?
 
  a. public defender
  b. assigned counsel
  c. contract attorney
  d. legal aid attorney
lavagirl   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
The crime commonly charged when the victim causes the defendant to become enraged to the point of ...
The crime commonly charged when the victim causes the defendant to become enraged to the point of ...
The crime commonly charged when the victim causes the defendant to become enraged to the point of losing normal self-control and killing, is
 
  a. depraved-mind murder
  b. depraved-heart murder
  c. heat of passion manslaughter
dillosunion   44   2 Replies
6 years ago
Which of the following is considered a form of new weapons technology?
Which of the following is considered a form of new weapons technology?
Which of the following is considered a form of new weapons technology?
 
  a. a Taser
  b. a handgun
  c. pepper spray
  d. martial arts
  e. a nightstick
aschaffer   19   1 Reply
6 years ago
Under the doctrine of transferred intent, the intention formed by the perpetrator of a homicide as ...
Under the doctrine of transferred intent, the intention formed by the perpetrator of a homicide as ...
Under the doctrine of transferred intent, the intention formed by the perpetrator of a homicide as to an intended victim is transferred to the killing of
 
  a. an unintended victim
  b. a felony victim
  c. the co-defendant
madisonbodiford   24   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following is NOT a lawyer who works in the private sector but provides legal aid to ...
Which of the following is NOT a lawyer who works in the private sector but provides legal aid to ...
Which of the following is NOT a lawyer who works in the private sector but provides legal aid to indigents?
 
  a. public defender
  b. assigned counsel
  c. contract attorney
  d. none of the above
Shaquantta   23   1 Reply
6 years ago
Courts use ________________ to assist in processing cases.
Courts use ________________ to assist in processing cases.
Courts use ________________ to assist in processing cases.
 
  a. DNA
  b. less lethal weapons
  c. electronic monitoring
  d. bar code scanning
  e. electronic file management
rahrah23   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
The process by which prosecutors select cases to prosecute is called:
The process by which prosecutors select cases to prosecute is called:
The process by which prosecutors select cases to prosecute is called:
 
  a. screening.
  b. the accusatory process.
  c. collaboration.
  d. due process.
aschaffer   27   1 Reply
6 years ago
If there is an interval between the act provoking the killer and the killing, the jury will consider ...
If there is an interval between the act provoking the killer and the killing, the jury will consider ...
If there is an interval between the act provoking the killer and the killing, the jury will consider if there was
 
  a. an intent to kill
  b. a deadly weapon used
  c. a cooling of the blood
  d. perfect defense
sms4lyfe   32   2 Replies
6 years ago
According to Cole and Smith, why have judges banned cell phones from jury members during trials? ...
According to Cole and Smith, why have judges banned cell phones from jury members during trials? ...
According to Cole and Smith, why have judges banned cell phones from jury members during trials?
 
  a. Excessive ringing was disturbing the trials.
  b. Jurors were not paying close enough attention to the trial.
  c. To keep ju
coltenyeske@aub   146   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following DO NOT require proof of intent to kill?
Which of the following DO NOT require proof of intent to kill?
Which of the following DO NOT require proof of intent to kill?
 
  a. involuntary manslaughter
  b. reckless homicide
  c. second degree murder based on intent to do serious bodily injury
  d. none of these required proof of
sms4lyfe   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
A prosecutors decision-making process includes evaluating each of the following EXCEPT:
A prosecutors decision-making process includes evaluating each of the following EXCEPT:
A prosecutors decision-making process includes evaluating each of the following EXCEPT:
 
  a. screening.
  b. the accusatory process.
  c. how best to use limited resources.
  d. the quality of the defense lawyer.
rahrah23   32   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following is an example of soft technology for crime prevention and control?
Which of the following is an example of soft technology for crime prevention and control?
Which of the following is an example of soft technology for crime prevention and control?
 
  a. gunshot location devices
  b. metal detectors
  c. GPS systems for monitoring offenders
  d. amber alerts
  e. new weapons
Drea Anna   35   1 Reply
6 years ago
The decision to prosecute a felony case rests with the district attorney. In this case she is ...
The decision to prosecute a felony case rests with the district attorney. In this case she is ...
The decision to prosecute a felony case rests with the district attorney. In this case she is concerned that prosecution will create a negative public image. She is acting in which capacity?
 
  a. trial counsel for the police
  b. re
litty 123   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
In all states, the death of the victim of a listed felony, and a third person killed by the felon, ...
In all states, the death of the victim of a listed felony, and a third person killed by the felon, ...
In all states, the death of the victim of a listed felony, and a third person killed by the felon, constitute
 
  a. felony murder
  b. involuntary manslaughter
  c. first degree homicide
  d. voluntary manslaughter
rahrah23   32   1 Reply
6 years ago
________ becomes an element in the interaction, competition, and conflict between human beings who ...
________ becomes an element in the interaction, competition, and conflict between human beings who ...
________ becomes an element in the interaction, competition, and conflict between human beings who have opposing objectives.
 
  a. Education
  b. Criminal intent
  c. Technology
  d. Money
  e. Government
hihihihihihi   34   1 Reply
6 years ago
In a similar instance of no insurance, the district attorney immediately sought the harshest charges ...
In a similar instance of no insurance, the district attorney immediately sought the harshest charges ...
In a similar instance of no insurance, the district attorney immediately sought the harshest charges possible, believing she was fighting crime. The prosecutor was fulfilling which function?
 
  a. trial counsel for the police
  b. re
noahrcline   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
When extreme negligence or wanton or reckless conduct on the part of the defendant brings about an ...
When extreme negligence or wanton or reckless conduct on the part of the defendant brings about an ...
When extreme negligence or wanton or reckless conduct on the part of the defendant brings about an unintended death, the charge will most likely be
 
  a. depraved-mind murder
  b. capital murder
  c. felony murder
  d. invo
dillosunion   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
New devices designed specifically to protect property or to assist police will generate ________ ...
New devices designed specifically to protect property or to assist police will generate ________ ...
New devices designed specifically to protect property or to assist police will generate ________ behavior by would-be lawbreakers.
 
  a. resentful
  b. hesitant
  c. adaptive
  d. gleeful
  e. resistant
litty 123   62   1 Reply
6 years ago
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