Chapter 4 Review

The 3 elements of most crimes are the duty, the breach of the duty, and criminal intent.

True or False

The prosecution and defense may issue a subpoena.

True or False

Generally, all the jurors must vote for conviction before a person can be convicted of a crime.

True or False

The existence of a duty of criminal law is usually proved in court by testimony of an expert witness.

True or False

An expert witness performs the cross examination.

True or False

What is the standard of proof in a criminal case?

• proof by clear & convincing evidence

• proof by a preponderance of the evidence

• proof beyond a reasonable doubt

• none of theses

What is the age in which one is considered capable of criminal intent by the statutes in most states?

• 7

• 14

• 18

• 21

Shortly after Courtney's arrest, she is brought before the court in a proceeding called a(n)

• indictment

• voir dire

• arraignment

• preliminary hearing

White-collar crimes

• do not cause injury to people

• involve force or violence

• cause physical damage to property

• none of these

Why would Courtney accept a plea bargin?

• to avoid the risk of being convicted of a more serious offense

• to confront the accuser at the trial

• to save the court time and money

• to win favor with the judge