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Name: Score:34 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 34
Courts that have the authority to review a decision made by a lower court are said to have
_____________ jurisdiction
Original
Oversight
mandatory
appellate
Term 2 of 34
TRUE/FALSE: In CT all people have the right to a speedy trial
True
False
Definition 3 of 34
Arraignment
Arrest warrants must be reviewed and signed by________
The US district courts are the _____________ for the federal court system
In CT there are Part a and b courts. Part A courts handle:
In a criminal case, the first court date is known as
, Definition 4 of 34
Expert Witness- possesses special knowledge and skills recognized by the court as being
relevant to determination of guilt or innocence
Lay Witness- anyone called as an eyewitness, character witness, or for some other explanatory
purpose who is not an expert on relevant topics
An expert's testimony may include opinions or draw conclusions. A lay witness must testify to facts
alone and is precluded from offering opinions or conclusions on the possible meaning of those
facts relevant to the case at trial
Expert witnesses can opine and conclude based on their interpretation of the evidentiary
material. Conflicting interpretations can lead to opposing opinions and conclusions. Testimony of
a single expert witness might give those who hear itr a greater degree of understanding.
However, when two expert witnesses testify expressed opinions that disagree, it tends to confuse
the typical listener. The resulting lack of clarity often translates to doubt in the minds of the jurors.
What are three forms of indigent defense used in the US? Why might defendants prefer
private attorneys over public counsel?
How do the professional and nonprofessional courtroom participants work together to
bring the most criminal trials to a successful close? What do you think a successful close
might mean to the judge? To the attorney? To the prosecutor? To the jury? The defendant?
The victim?
In deciding whether a prisoner can be released early, factors are considered which Include:
A) Family and Upbringing
B) Employment
C) Criminal Record
D) All of the above
E) None of the above
What is an expert witness? What is a lay witness? How might their testimonies differ?
What are some of the issues involved in deciding whether a person is an expert for
purposes of testimony?
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