Today, judges in many states will release an accused on his or her own recognizance:
A) only on misdemeanor charges.
B) on either felony or misdemeanor charges.
C) only if he or she posts bail.
D) All of the above are correct.
(Question #2) The phrase exoneration of bail means:
A) the bail is forfeited.
B) the property or money is returned to the surety.
C) bail has been increased.
D) the case has been dismissed and bail is no longer required.
(Question #3) Which of the statements below is correct regarding the preliminary hearing?
A) Many states use a preliminary hearing in lieu of a grand jury.
B) The preliminary hearing is heard by the same judge who will conduct the trial in the case.
C) The judge at the preliminary hearing should dismiss the charges unless the government establishes the
accuseds guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
D) The preliminary hearing is expressly mentioned in the Constitution.
(Question #4) To establish uniformity in the amounts of bail required, many jurisdictions use:
A) mandatory bail requirements.
B) bail schedules.
C) bail bondspersons.
D) guesswork.
(Question #5) The ________ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution provides that excessive bail shall not be required.
A) Fourth
B) Sixth
C) Eighth
D) Fourteenth
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