
Understanding Criminal Cases
Authored by Mervin Smith
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8th Grade

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of a pretrial services or probation officer after a person is arrested in a criminal case?
To determine the defendant's guilt or innocence
To interview the defendant and investigate their background
To represent the defendant in court
To sentence the defendant
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Under what condition is a person accused of a crime entitled to release before trial?
If the judge believes the person is a danger to the community
If the person is likely to engage in further criminal activity
If the person is not likely to appear for trial
If none of the above conditions are met
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens during the initial appearance in a criminal case?
The defendant is sentenced
The judge advises the defendant of the charges and considers pretrial detention
The jury delivers a verdict
The defendant is released without any conditions
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who has the burden of proof in a criminal trial?
The defendant
The government
The jury
The judge
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What must the government prove to convict a defendant in a criminal trial?
The defendant's innocence
The defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt
The defendant's likelihood to reoffend
The defendant's financial status
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who determines the defendant’s sentence if the verdict is guilty?
The jury
The defense attorney
The judge
The pretrial services officer
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What factors may the court consider during sentencing?
Only the evidence produced at trial
Only the recommendation in the sentencing guidelines
Evidence, sentencing guidelines, and relevant information from various sources
Only the defendant's personal statement
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