Quiz SOL CE 5c Criminal Court Procedures Overview

What is the purpose of an arraignment?

• To formally charge the defendant with the crime(s)

• To determine the sentence

• To gather evidence

• To appeal the verdict

What is the purpose of a preliminary hearing?

• To determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial

• To sentence the defendant

• To select the jury

• To appeal the verdict

What occurs during the discovery phase?

• Both the prosecution and defense gather and exchange evidence

• The jury is selected

• The defendant is sentenced

• The verdict is appealed

What happens during sentencing if the defendant is found guilty?

• The judge determines the sentence

• The jury is selected

• The trial begins

• The verdict is appealed

What can the sentence include?

• Imprisonment, fines, probation, or other penalties

• Only imprisonment

• Only fines

• Only probation

What is the purpose of the appeal process?

• To review the trial for errors

• To gather more evidence

• To sentence the defendant

• To select a new jury

What is the role of the prosecution during the discovery phase?

• To present evidence

• To select the jury

• To determine the sentence

• To appeal the verdict

What can the defense do during the discovery phase?

• Challenge the evidence

• Select the jury

• Determine the sentence

• Appeal the verdict

What is the final step in the criminal court case procedure if errors are believed to have occurred?

• Appeal

• Sentencing

• Discovery

• Arraignment

Which step comes after Charging in the Federal Criminal Process?

• Initial Hearing / Arraignment

• Trial

• Pre-Trial Motions

• Discovery