Criminal Procedure- Created from Cornell University Website

What is the purpose of criminal procedure?

• To enforce substantive criminal law
• To define types of conduct that constitute crimes
• To outline federal crimes
• To protect individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures

Which set of rules governs federal criminal trials?

• State criminal procedure code
• Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure
• U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights
• Municipal criminal codes

What guarantees are included in the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights?

• Right to a speedy trial and right to legal counsel
• Right to confront witnesses and right to remain silent
• Right to due process and equal protection
• All of the above

What amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures?

• First Amendment
• Second Amendment
• Fourth Amendment
• Fifth Amendment

In order to obtain a search warrant, law enforcement must show:

• Probable cause
• Reasonable suspicion
• Clear and convincing evidence
• Beyond a reasonable doubt

Which Supreme Court case established the requirement for police to inform defendants of their rights?

• Mapp v. Ohio
• Miranda v. Arizona
• Gideon v. Wainwright
• Batson v. Kentucky

What amendment guarantees a defendant the right to a speedy trial?

• First Amendment
• Fourth Amendment
• Fifth Amendment
• Sixth Amendment

What is the purpose of jury voir dire?

• To determine guilt or innocence
• To select an impartial jury
• To cross-examine witnesses
• To present opening statements

What does the Fifth Amendment guarantee in terms of self-incrimination?

• The right to remain silent
• The right to confront witnesses
• The right to legal counsel
• The right to a public trial

What is the burden of proof in a criminal trial?

• Preponderance of the evidence
• Clear and convincing evidence
• Beyond a reasonable doubt
• Probable cause