WDW: Basic Criminal Defense

Choose all that apply.

When a criminal defense lawyer takes on a client, their goal may be to:

• Get a "not guilty" verdict

• Get the charges against their client reduced

• Get the charges against their client dropped

• Get the charges against their client dismissed

Answer explanation

A lawyer can't guarantee a "not guilty" verdict in all cases. Based on the case, they may aim to get their clients charges dropped, dismissed, or reduced.

To secure a guilty verdict, the prosecution must prove the defendant's guilt:

• to a moral certainty

• by a preponderance of the evidence

• by clear and convincing evidence

• beyond a reasonable doubt

True or False

The police can arrest someone without a warrant.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

If the police have probable cause, they can arrest someone without a warrant. In a DUI case, an example of probable cause would be smelling alcohol on a motorist's breath.

When a defendant faces criminal faces, they will first go through:

• Indictment

• Arraignment

• A trial

• Plea deal negotiations

Choose one or more of the following.

While the charges unfold, a criminal defense lawyer may advise their client to:

• Avoid reaching out to the accuser

• Plead guilty (honesty is the best policy)

• Email the judge and introduce themselves

• Avoid speaking to law enforcement without representation

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While being arrested, you have the right to ____ _____.

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While getting arrested, the police must read the arrestee their ___ ____.

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Crimes are usually divided into two categories: felonies and ______.

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Draw a line through the phrase that needs deleting.