CRI Legal Terminology & Procedures 2

Question 1

In court reporting, what does the term 'voir dire' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A preliminary examination of a witness or juror to assess competency

Answer

Voir dire is a preliminary examination conducted by the judge or attorneys to determine the qualifications of a witness or juror.

Question 2

What is a 'writ of mandamus'?

Accepted Answer

A court order compelling a government official or lower court to perform a duty

Answer

A writ of mandamus is a court order directing a public official, government body, or lower court to perform a mandatory duty.

Question 3

What does 'in limine' mean in legal proceedings?

Accepted Answer

At the threshold; a motion made before trial to exclude certain evidence

Answer

A motion in limine is filed before trial begins to request that the court exclude certain evidence or testimony from being presented.

Question 4

When a court reporter hears the term 'res judicata,' it refers to:

Accepted Answer

A matter already judged; a final decision that bars relitigation of the same issue

Answer

Res judicata is the doctrine that a final judgment by a competent court bars subsequent litigation of the same claims between the same parties.

Question 5

What is the meaning of 'nolo contendere' as a plea?

Accepted Answer

I do not wish to contest; the defendant accepts punishment without admitting guilt

Answer

A nolo contendere plea means the defendant does not contest the charge and accepts the court's punishment but does not admit guilt, and it cannot be used as an admission in civil proceedings.

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CRI Legal Terminology & Procedures 2