Criminal Justice Criminal Justice 2

Question 1

Which landmark Supreme Court case established that suspects must be informed of their rights before custodial interrogation?

Accepted Answer

Miranda v. Arizona

Answer

Miranda v. Arizona (1966) requires police to advise suspects of their rights to silence and counsel before custodial interrogation.

Question 2

What standard of proof is required to convict a defendant in a criminal trial?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Answer

Criminal convictions require proof beyond a reasonable doubt, the highest standard in American law.

Question 3

Which component of the criminal justice system is responsible for determining guilt or innocence?

Accepted Answer

The courts

Answer

The courts adjudicate cases and determine guilt or innocence through trials and plea proceedings.

Question 4

A police officer stops and frisks a person based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity. Which case authorized this practice?

Accepted Answer

Terry v. Ohio

Answer

Terry v. Ohio (1968) permitted brief stops and pat-downs based on reasonable suspicion rather than probable cause.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a grand jury?

Accepted Answer

To decide whether enough evidence exists to indict

Answer

A grand jury reviews the prosecution's evidence and decides whether to issue an indictment.

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