ALPS US Court Systems (QB Section 2)
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens if a jury verdict is not unanimous?
The defendant is automatically acquitted
The prosecutor may try the case again
The judge decides the verdict
The case is dismissed
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a concurrent sentence?
Terms run back to back
Terms run together
Terms are suspended
Terms are reduced
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CCSS.L.4.1F
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of posting cash/bond for bail?
To pay for legal fees
To secure the person's appearance in court
To reduce the sentence
To dismiss the charges
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of a Trial by Jury?
To set bail
To determine guilt or innocence
To conduct preliminary hearings
To issue indictments
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of a Grand Jury in New Jersey?
To decide the guilt or innocence of a defendant
To determine if there is enough evidence for a trial
To sentence a convicted individual
To provide legal advice to the court
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of Due Process?
A legal procedure for sentencing
A fundamental principle of fairness in legal matters
A method for selecting jurors
A guideline for courtroom behavior
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a Motion to Dismiss?
To request a new judge
To dismiss the case before trial
To obtain more evidence
To change the trial location
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
CCSS.RI.8.3
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