What pretrial discovery rights does the prosecution have? In light of the governments power to charge a person with a crime, which could lead to the loss of property, liberty, or even life as a consequence, is it fair to make the defense discover
anything to the prosecution?
If the police only have a hunch that an item is in a place to be searched, but do not include the item in the application for a warrant, the item can be seized under the doctrine of plain view, as long as the police are legally authorized (by
obtaining a warrant) to be on the premises. a. True
b. False
Which of the following factors are used to determine if an area is considered an open field?
A) The proximity of the area to the house
B) Whether the area is included within a fence or another enclosure surrounding the house
C) The nature of the use to which the land/property is being put
D) The steps taken by the resident to protect the area from observation
E) All of the above
Explain why there are probable cause hearings and why the timing of the hearing is important.
What will be an ideal response?
In which case did the Supreme Court hold that Garbage bags left on or at the side of a public street are readily accessible to animals, children, scavengers, snoops, and other members of the public?
A) United States v. Miller B) United States v. On Lee C) California v. Greenwood D) Hoffa v. United States
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