Court Systems Quiz

What does nolo contendo mean?

• no contest
• no plea deal
• no competition

What does voir dire mean?

• no contest
• see to speak
• say the truth

What are juveniles not eligible for?

• jail
• prison
• bail

Which amendment states no double jeopardy (a person can't be tried for the same crime twice)

• 4th Amendment
• 5th Amendment
• 6th Amendment

Which amendment states that a person does not have to self incriminate or testify against themselves?

• 4th Amendment
• 5th Amendment
• 6th Amendment

Which amendment states that a person has the right to a speedy and public trial?

• 4th Amendment
• 5th Amendment
• 6th Amendment

What is the vocabulary word for the formal document issued by the grand jury charging the individual with a crime?

• Indictment
• Information
• Due Process

What is the first speech called given to the jury by both the prosecutor and defense attorney during trial?

• Opening Statement
• Direct Examination
• Cross Examination

When talking to the judge, what should a person do?

• Cuss at them
• Spit at them
• Stand up

If a jury cannnot come up with an UNANIMOUS verdict, what is it called?

• Mis-trial
• Hung jury
• All of the above