Pre-trial Practice Quiz

What is one of the roles of the prosecutor prior to an arrest?

• Conducting the arrest

• Assisting with obtaining warrants

• Defending the accused

• Issuing a verdict

What type of advice does a prosecutor provide prior to an arrest?

• Medical advice

• Financial advice

• Legal advice on how investigation is conducted

• Personal advice

What is one of the roles of the prosecutor after an arrest?

• Determine the guilt of the suspect

• Review police reports to establish each element of crime

• Decide the punishment for the crime

• Conduct the trial

Which amendments are reviewed for violations by the prosecutor after an arrest?

• First and Second Amendments

• Sixth and Seventh Amendments

• Fourth and Fifth Amendments

• Eighth and Ninth Amendments

What does the prosecutor assess regarding witnesses after an arrest?

• Their financial status

• Their likelihood to be available for court appearances

• Their educational background

• Their relationship with the defendant

Which of the following is a factor considered by a prosecutor when deciding on a case?

• The color of the courtroom

• The attitude of the public toward this type of case

• The number of witnesses

• The length of the trial

What does a prosecutor consider regarding the severity of an offense?

• The weather on the day of the offense

• The severity of offense versus other cases pending

• The age of the defendant

• The location of the crime

Why might a prosecutor assess the likelihood of winning a case?

• To determine the judge's schedule

• To decide how many charges to file

• To choose the jury members

• To set the trial date

What must a prosecutor consider when deciding what charges to file?

• The weather conditions

• Many factors

• The color of the courtroom

• The type of clothing worn by the defendant

The prosecutor's job is to review the police reports by asking what question(s)?

• Does it violate freedom of speech amendment?

• Does it violate search and seizure amendment?

• Are the witnesses credible? Are they available?

• A, B, and C

• Is there enough evidence?