NYLE — New York Law Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: In New York, the Statute of Frauds requires that a contract for the sale of real property must be:

Notarized by a licensed notary public
Witnessed by two disinterested parties
In writing and signed by the party to be charged (Correct answer)
Filed with the county clerk within 10 days of execution

Correct answer: In writing and signed by the party to be charged

New York's Statute of Frauds (GOL § 5-703) requires contracts for the sale of real property to be in writing and subscribed by the party to be charged.

Question 2: Under the CPLR, what is the general statute of limitations for breach of contract actions in New York?

Two years
Four years
Six years (Correct answer)
Three years

Correct answer: Six years

CPLR 213(2) provides a six-year statute of limitations for breach of contract actions.

Question 3: A New York court must determine whether expert testimony is admissible. The applicable standard is:

The Frye general acceptance standard (Correct answer)
Whether the expert holds a professional license
Reliability as determined solely by the judge
The Daubert standard adopted from federal courts

Correct answer: The Frye general acceptance standard

New York applies the Frye standard, requiring that expert testimony be based on a methodology generally accepted in the relevant scientific community.

Question 4: Under New York law, which of the following agreements must be in writing to be enforceable under the Statute of Frauds?

An oral lease for 10 months
A contract that cannot be performed within one year of its making (Correct answer)
A contract to mow a neighbor's lawn next week for $50
A contract to sell personal property worth $400

Correct answer: A contract that cannot be performed within one year of its making

New York's Statute of Frauds (GOL §5-701) requires a writing for contracts that cannot by their terms be performed within one year.

Question 5: In a New York criminal case, the prosecution seeks to introduce evidence that the defendant committed a similar theft three years ago. This evidence is most likely admissible to show:

The defendant's propensity to steal
The defendant's bad character
Modus operandi, identity, or common scheme (Correct answer)
Prior convictions for general impeachment

Correct answer: Modus operandi, identity, or common scheme

Prior bad acts are admissible under New York law not to show propensity but to prove modus operandi, identity, intent, or common plan or scheme.

Question 6: A witness is called to testify about the contents of a contract, but the original contract has been destroyed in a fire. A certified copy is offered instead. Under New York law, this copy is:

Admissible only if the witness drafted the contract
Inadmissible because copies are never as reliable as originals
Admissible under the secondary evidence rule when the original is unavailable (Correct answer)
Inadmissible because the original must be produced

Correct answer: Admissible under the secondary evidence rule when the original is unavailable

When an original document is unavailable due to destruction, New York law permits secondary evidence such as a certified copy to prove the document's contents.

Question 7: A New York general partnership agreement states it will last for five years. After three years, the partners unanimously agree to dissolve. Under NY Partnership Law, which statement is correct?

Dissolution is rightful because unanimous partner consent always authorizes dissolution regardless of the term. (Correct answer)
Dissolution is wrongful because the partnership term has not expired, and all partners are liable for breach.
Dissolution requires court approval because early termination violates the express agreement.
Dissolution is only valid if 60 days' written notice is given to all creditors before winding up.

Correct answer: Dissolution is rightful because unanimous partner consent always authorizes dissolution regardless of the term.

Under NY Partnership Law, unanimous consent of all partners is an independent ground for dissolution and may occur before a term expires without constituting wrongful dissolution.

Question 8: A trustee of a New York trust invests trust assets exclusively in highly speculative cryptocurrency, resulting in significant losses. Under the New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law, the trustee has most likely violated:

The duty of loyalty
The anti-alienation rule
The prudent investor rule (Correct answer)
The duty to inform beneficiaries

Correct answer: The prudent investor rule

The prudent investor rule requires trustees to invest and manage assets as a prudent investor would, considering risk and return in relation to the trust's objectives; speculative single-asset concentration violates this standard.

Question 9: Under New York RPC 4.2, what restriction applies to an attorney communicating with a person represented by counsel?

The attorney may communicate freely as long as they identify themselves
The restriction only applies during trial, not during negotiations
The attorney must not communicate about the subject of the representation without prior consent of the other person's attorney (Correct answer)
The attorney may communicate if they believe the other attorney is incompetent

Correct answer: The attorney must not communicate about the subject of the representation without prior consent of the other person's attorney

RPC 4.2 prohibits an attorney from communicating about the subject of the representation with a person the attorney knows to be represented by another attorney, without that attorney's prior consent.

Question 10: Under NY law, what is the statute of limitations for commencing an Article 78 proceeding to challenge an administrative determination?

Four months from the date the determination becomes final and binding (Correct answer)
Six months from notice of the determination
30 days from the agency's written decision
One year from the date of the determination

Correct answer: Four months from the date the determination becomes final and binding

CPLR 217 provides a four-month statute of limitations for Article 78 proceedings, running from the date the determination becomes final and binding on the petitioner.

Question 11: Under NY CPLR 6301, what must a plaintiff demonstrate to obtain a preliminary injunction?

A likelihood of success and posting of an undertaking
Irreparable injury and that defendant acted with malice
Only a likelihood of success on the merits
Likelihood of success, irreparable injury, and that the balance of equities favors relief (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Likelihood of success, irreparable injury, and that the balance of equities favors relief

To obtain a preliminary injunction under CPLR 6301, a movant must show a likelihood of success on the merits, irreparable injury absent relief, and that the balance of equities tips in their favor.

Question 12: Under New York law, what duty does a party have after the other party breaches the contract?

A duty to immediately file suit or waive the claim
A duty to continue performing the contract as if no breach occurred
No duty whatsoever; the breaching party bears all losses
A duty to take reasonable steps to mitigate damages (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A duty to take reasonable steps to mitigate damages

The non-breaching party has a duty to mitigate damages by taking reasonable steps to minimize the loss caused by the breach.

Question 13: Under the CPLR, a motion for summary judgment must generally be made no later than when?

60 days after the filing of the note of issue
120 days after the filing of the note of issue (Correct answer)
Within 30 days of the close of discovery
At any time before trial

Correct answer: 120 days after the filing of the note of issue

CPLR 3212(a) requires that a motion for summary judgment be made no later than 120 days after the filing of the note of issue.

Question 14: Under the void-for-vagueness doctrine, a criminal statute is unconstitutional if it:

Covers conduct that could also be subject to civil regulatory action
Was enacted without public comment or legislative findings
Does not specify the mens rea required for each element of the offense
Fails to give persons fair notice of the prohibited conduct or invites arbitrary enforcement (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Fails to give persons fair notice of the prohibited conduct or invites arbitrary enforcement

The void-for-vagueness doctrine requires that statutes provide fair notice of what conduct is prohibited and contain sufficient standards to prevent arbitrary or discriminatory enforcement.

Question 15: Under New York EPTL 7-3.1, which statement correctly describes the effect of a valid spendthrift trust provision?

The beneficiary may freely assign future income payments to third parties
The trustee must seek court approval before making any discretionary distribution
The beneficiary's interest cannot be voluntarily transferred or reached by creditors before distribution (Correct answer)
Creditors of the beneficiary may garnish trust income before it is distributed

Correct answer: The beneficiary's interest cannot be voluntarily transferred or reached by creditors before distribution

EPTL 7-3.1 provides that a valid spendthrift provision restrains both voluntary transfer by the beneficiary and involuntary seizure by creditors. The beneficiary's interest is protected until funds are actually distributed. Exceptions exist for certain claims such as court-ordered child support or spousal maintenance.

Question 16: A New York trial court issues a temporary restraining order (TRO) ex parte under CPLR 6313. Without consent of the restrained party, how long may a TRO remain in effect before a hearing must be held?

3 days
7 days
10 days (Correct answer)
14 days

Correct answer: 10 days

Under CPLR 6313(a), a TRO granted without notice may remain in effect for no more than 10 days without a hearing, unless extended by the court for good cause.

Question 17: Under New York law, what is a grand jury's role in felony prosecutions?

To determine guilt or innocence of the defendant
To hear evidence and determine whether there is legally sufficient evidence to indict the defendant (Correct answer)
To set bail and conditions of release
To recommend sentencing after a conviction

Correct answer: To hear evidence and determine whether there is legally sufficient evidence to indict the defendant

Under CPL Article 190, the grand jury hears evidence presented by the prosecution and determines whether there is legally sufficient evidence and reasonable cause to believe the defendant committed a felony, warranting an indictment.

Question 18: Under New York law, what is a cooperative apartment (co-op) and how does ownership differ from a condominium?

Both co-ops and condos involve ownership of shares in a corporation
A co-op owner holds a deed to their apartment, while a condo owner holds shares
Co-ops and condos are legally identical
In a co-op, the buyer purchases shares in a corporation that owns the building and receives a proprietary lease; in a condo, the buyer owns the individual unit as real property (Correct answer)

Correct answer: In a co-op, the buyer purchases shares in a corporation that owns the building and receives a proprietary lease; in a condo, the buyer owns the individual unit as real property

In a co-op, the purchaser buys shares of stock in the cooperative corporation and receives a proprietary lease for their unit. In a condominium, the purchaser owns the individual unit as real property with a deed.

Question 19: A New York plaintiff is struck by debris falling from a building under construction. They invoke res ipsa loquitur. Which element is essential for the doctrine to apply?

The defendant must have acted intentionally
The plaintiff must show they were an invitee
The event must be of a kind that ordinarily does not occur in the absence of negligence (Correct answer)
Multiple defendants must share control

Correct answer: The event must be of a kind that ordinarily does not occur in the absence of negligence

Res ipsa loquitur requires that the type of harm ordinarily would not occur without negligence, the instrumentality was in the defendant's exclusive control, and the plaintiff did not contribute.

Question 20: Under New York law, what mens rea is required for second-degree murder under Penal Law § 125.25(1)?

Felony murder
Negligently causing death
Intentionally causing death (Correct answer)
Recklessly causing death under circumstances evincing depraved indifference

Correct answer: Intentionally causing death

Second-degree murder under PL § 125.25(1) requires intent to cause the death of another person.

Question 21: In New York, which of the following is NOT a ground for challenging an administrative determination under CPLR Article 78?

The determination was affected by an error of law
The agency's policy is unwise or imprudent (Correct answer)
The determination was arbitrary and capricious
The determination was made in violation of lawful procedure

Correct answer: The agency's policy is unwise or imprudent

Courts reviewing agency action under Article 78 do not substitute their judgment for that of the agency on policy matters. The wisdom of an agency's policy is not a reviewable ground.

Question 22: A New York attorney receives a $5,000 retainer against future fees. She deposits it into her personal checking account and bills against it as she works. This handling of the retainer is:

Improper because unearned client funds must be held in a separate trust (IOLA) account (Correct answer)
Proper if the client consents in a written fee agreement
Proper because the attorney has earned the right to the funds upon receipt
Improper only if the amount exceeds $1,000

Correct answer: Improper because unearned client funds must be held in a separate trust (IOLA) account

Under NY RPC 1.15, unearned advance fees are client property and must be deposited in a properly maintained trust account (IOLA) until earned.

Question 23: How does New York law legally classify a mortgage given by a property owner to a lender?

As an executory contract that only becomes a real property interest upon the borrower's default.
As a transfer of legal title to the lender, which is reconveyed upon loan satisfaction.
As a joint venture agreement between the borrower and the lender.
As a lien on the property that serves as security for a debt, while the borrower retains legal title. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: As a lien on the property that serves as security for a debt, while the borrower retains legal title.

New York is a 'lien theory' state. This means the mortgage instrument does not convey title to the lender. Instead, it creates a lien on the property to secure the debt, while the borrower (mortgagor) retains both legal and equitable title to the property unless and until a successful foreclosure action.

Question 24: Under New York's wrongful death statute (EPTL § 5-4.1), who has standing to bring a wrongful death action?

The decedent's creditors
Only the surviving spouse
The personal representative of the decedent's estate, on behalf of distributees (Correct answer)
Any person who suffered economic loss from the decedent's death

Correct answer: The personal representative of the decedent's estate, on behalf of distributees

EPTL § 5-4.1 vests the right to bring a wrongful death action exclusively in the personal representative of the decedent's estate for the benefit of distributees.

Question 25: Under New York Penal Law, what distinguishes murder in the second degree from manslaughter in the first degree?

Murder requires premeditation, while manslaughter does not
Murder requires intent to cause death, while manslaughter requires intent to cause serious physical injury resulting in death (Correct answer)
Murder involves a firearm, while manslaughter involves other weapons
There is no distinction; they are the same offense with different penalties

Correct answer: Murder requires intent to cause death, while manslaughter requires intent to cause serious physical injury resulting in death

Under PL § 125.25, murder in the second degree requires intent to cause the death of another person, while first-degree manslaughter under PL § 125.20 requires intent to cause serious physical injury that results in death.

Question 26: Under NY RPC 4.2, an attorney may communicate directly with a represented opposing party:

Only on matters unrelated to the subject of the representation
Never, under any circumstances
Only through written correspondence, not in person
When the opposing party's counsel consents or when authorized by law or court order (Correct answer)

Correct answer: When the opposing party's counsel consents or when authorized by law or court order

NY RPC 4.2 prohibits direct communication with represented parties absent consent of their counsel, but exceptions exist when authorized by law (e.g., government investigations) or court order.

Question 27: A spouse seeking maintenance in New York pursuant to DRL §236(B)(6) files after January 25, 2016. Which formula does the court first apply?

The post-2016 advisory guideline formula based on income differential (Correct answer)
The CSSA percentage schedule
The federal tax deduction method for the payor
A purely discretionary balancing of 20 statutory factors

Correct answer: The post-2016 advisory guideline formula based on income differential

The 2015 maintenance reform law effective January 25, 2016 created an advisory guideline formula using the income differential between spouses to calculate post-divorce maintenance.

Question 28: Attorney represents Seller in a real estate transaction. Attorney also drafts the contract and represents Buyer's interests in explaining the terms. This dual representation without proper consent:

Is permitted if the attorney discloses the dual role verbally
Violates NY RPC 1.7 because the interests of Seller and Buyer are directly adverse (Correct answer)
Is permitted because transactional matters do not involve adversarial proceedings
Is permitted in real estate transactions under the residential exception

Correct answer: Violates NY RPC 1.7 because the interests of Seller and Buyer are directly adverse

Buyer and Seller have directly adverse interests in a transaction; simultaneously representing both without informed written consent from each violates NY RPC 1.7(a)(1).

Question 29: An attorney is appointed to represent an indigent defendant and believes the appeal is frivolous. Under the standard established in Anders v. California and followed in New York, what should the attorney do?

Simply refuse to file the appeal and notify the client
Withdraw immediately by sending a letter to the court only
File the best brief possible even if personally convinced it is meritless
File a no-merit letter with the court and ask to withdraw, after giving the client a copy (Correct answer)

Correct answer: File a no-merit letter with the court and ask to withdraw, after giving the client a copy

Under Anders, appointed appellate counsel must file a brief identifying anything in the record that might support an appeal, request leave to withdraw, and furnish the defendant a copy so the defendant may raise any points.

Question 30: Under New York evidence law, what is the 'best evidence rule'?

When the contents of a writing are at issue, the original document must be produced or its absence satisfactorily explained (Correct answer)
The best available witness must always be called to testify
Only the highest quality evidence is admissible in court
Physical evidence always takes precedence over testimonial evidence

Correct answer: When the contents of a writing are at issue, the original document must be produced or its absence satisfactorily explained

The best evidence rule requires production of the original document when the contents of a writing are in dispute, unless the absence of the original is satisfactorily explained.

Question 31: Which doctrine allows New York courts to suppress evidence where police conduct was unlawful under the state constitution even if it would be permissible under the federal Fourth Amendment?

Plain view doctrine
Good faith exception
Fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine
Independent state grounds doctrine (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Independent state grounds doctrine

Under the independent state grounds doctrine, New York courts may interpret the state constitution to provide broader protections than the federal constitution.

Question 32: Under New York law, on what grounds may a will be contested?

Lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, improper execution, or revocation (Correct answer)
Contests are not permitted in New York
Only if a closer relative was omitted from the will
Only if the will was not notarized

Correct answer: Lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, improper execution, or revocation

A will may be contested on grounds including lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, duress, improper execution (failure to comply with EPTL 3-2.1), and prior revocation.

Question 33: In New York, a promoter signs a contract on behalf of a corporation not yet formed. After incorporation, the corporation expressly adopts the contract. Which statement is correct regarding the promoter's liability?

The promoter has no liability because a pre-incorporation contract is void until the corporation acts.
The promoter is automatically released once the corporation ratifies the contract.
The promoter remains liable unless the other party agrees to release the promoter as part of a novation. (Correct answer)
The promoter is immediately released upon adoption because adoption is a novation by operation of law.

Correct answer: The promoter remains liable unless the other party agrees to release the promoter as part of a novation.

Corporate adoption of a pre-incorporation contract does not release the promoter from personal liability unless there is an express novation releasing the promoter with the third party's consent.

Question 34: Under New York law, which entity provides the most flexible internal governance structure?

General partnership
Limited liability company (Correct answer)
Limited partnership
Business corporation

Correct answer: Limited liability company

New York LLCs offer the most flexibility because their governance is primarily determined by the operating agreement, with few mandatory statutory requirements.

Question 35: Under CPLR 213(2), the statute of limitations for an action upon a contractual obligation or liability, express or implied, is:

Three years
Six years (Correct answer)
Ten years
Four years

Correct answer: Six years

CPLR 213(2) establishes a six-year limitations period for contract claims. This is one of the longer default periods under the CPLR and applies to both written and oral contracts unless a specific shorter period applies.

Question 36: A deed restriction prohibits the use of land for commercial purposes. If a subsequent owner uses the land commercially, the prior owner's remedy under New York equity is:

An action for breach of the covenant only
An injunction to enforce the equitable servitude (Correct answer)
Rescission of the original deed
A quiet title action

Correct answer: An injunction to enforce the equitable servitude

An equitable servitude (restrictive covenant enforceable in equity) allows the original covenantee or successors to seek injunctive relief against violating owners.

Question 37: Under New York Labor Law § 240(1), what protection does the 'Scaffold Law' provide to construction workers?

Construction workers assume the risk of all height-related dangers
Workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy for all construction injuries
Only the worker's direct employer is liable for safety violations
Absolute liability on owners and general contractors for gravity-related injuries at construction sites due to failure to provide proper safety devices (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Absolute liability on owners and general contractors for gravity-related injuries at construction sites due to failure to provide proper safety devices

Labor Law § 240(1), the 'Scaffold Law,' imposes absolute (strict) liability on owners and general contractors for elevation-related injuries caused by failure to furnish or erect proper scaffolding, ladders, and other safety devices.

Question 38: Under New York SCPA 1001, who has priority to serve as administrator of an intestate estate?

Any person nominated by the court without regard to relationship
The decedent's attorney
The surviving spouse, then children, then grandchildren, then parents, then siblings (Correct answer)
The oldest living relative regardless of relationship

Correct answer: The surviving spouse, then children, then grandchildren, then parents, then siblings

SCPA 1001 establishes a priority list for appointment as administrator: surviving spouse, children, grandchildren, father/mother, siblings, and other eligible persons.

Question 39: Which doctrine allows a court to refuse enforcement of a contract term that is unreasonably favorable to one party and oppressive to the other?

Fraudulent misrepresentation
Mutual mistake
Unconscionability (Correct answer)
Promissory estoppel

Correct answer: Unconscionability

Unconscionability (UCC §2-302; Restatement §208) permits courts to refuse enforcement of oppressively one-sided contract terms.

Question 40: A New York corporation is administratively dissolved by the Department of State for failure to pay franchise taxes. Its officers continue to transact business on its behalf. The officers are:

Entitled to reinstatement automatically once back taxes are paid.
Personally liable for obligations incurred after dissolution because the corporate shield is lost. (Correct answer)
Shielded from personal liability because dissolution only affects future stock issuances.
Protected by the business judgment rule even after dissolution.

Correct answer: Personally liable for obligations incurred after dissolution because the corporate shield is lost.

Officers and directors who continue to act for a dissolved corporation are personally liable for obligations they incur because the entity no longer provides a liability shield.

Question 41: Under New York law, what is the effect of a prenuptial (antenuptial) agreement on equitable distribution?

It is only enforceable if approved by a court before the marriage
Prenuptial agreements are unenforceable in New York
It may validly waive or modify equitable distribution rights if executed with full disclosure and without fraud, duress, or overreaching (Correct answer)
It automatically overrides all statutory provisions regardless of fairness

Correct answer: It may validly waive or modify equitable distribution rights if executed with full disclosure and without fraud, duress, or overreaching

Under DRL § 236(B)(3), prenuptial agreements are enforceable in New York if they are in writing, acknowledged, and executed without fraud, duress, or overreaching, with fair and reasonable disclosure.

Question 42: Under New York Domestic Relations Law (DRL) § 170, what is the no-fault ground for divorce?

Incompatibility as determined by a court evaluation
The relationship between husband and wife has broken down irretrievably for at least six months (Correct answer)
Mutual consent without any waiting period
The parties have lived apart for at least one year

Correct answer: The relationship between husband and wife has broken down irretrievably for at least six months

DRL § 170(7) provides that a divorce may be granted when the relationship has broken down irretrievably for at least six months, as stated by one party under oath.

Question 43: Under the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment, a regulatory taking requiring just compensation occurs when a government regulation:

Denies the owner all economically beneficial use of the property (Correct answer)
Transfers a property right from one private party to another
Reduces the market value of property by more than 50%
Eliminates any single permitted use of the property

Correct answer: Denies the owner all economically beneficial use of the property

Under Lucas v. South Carolina Coastal Council, a per se taking occurs when a regulation deprives the owner of all economically beneficial use of property.

Question 44: Under the Restatement (Second) of Contracts, a contract may be voidable for unilateral mistake when:

The mistake related only to the contract's value
One party was mistaken and enforcement would be unconscionable (Correct answer)
The mistaken party assumed the risk of the error
Both parties were mistaken about a basic assumption

Correct answer: One party was mistaken and enforcement would be unconscionable

Restatement §153 allows avoidance for unilateral mistake when enforcement would be unconscionable or the other party knew of the mistake.

Question 45: In New York, which party bears the burden of proof on a motion for a preliminary injunction?

The defendant, who must show no irreparable harm will result
The plaintiff, who must show likelihood of success, irreparable harm, and balance of equities (Correct answer)
Neither party; the court issues notice and holds a hearing
The court applies a neutral balancing test without a burden

Correct answer: The plaintiff, who must show likelihood of success, irreparable harm, and balance of equities

To obtain a preliminary injunction, the moving party must demonstrate a likelihood of success on the merits, irreparable injury absent the injunction, and a balance of equities in its favor.

Question 46: A New York court is determining a post-divorce maintenance award for a spouse after a long-term marriage. Which of the following factors is the court LEAST likely to consider as a primary determinant under the Domestic Relations Law?

The age and health of the parties.
The marital fault of either party leading to the divorce. (Correct answer)
The present and future earning capacity of both parties.
The standard of living of the parties established during the marriage.

Correct answer: The marital fault of either party leading to the divorce.

While New York law allows for fault-based divorces, marital fault is generally not a factor in determining the amount or duration of post-divorce maintenance, unless the conduct is so egregious that it shocks the conscience of the court. The statutory factors listed in DRL § 236(B)(6)(a) focus on economic considerations, such as the parties' age, health, earning capacity, and the established standard of living, to ensure a fair economic outcome.

Question 47: Under SAPA, what is the maximum period a rule adopted on an emergency basis may remain in effect without undergoing formal rulemaking?

One year from initial adoption
180 days total
60 days with no renewal permitted
90 days, subject to renewal (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 90 days, subject to renewal

Emergency rules under SAPA are effective for 90 days and may be renewed if the agency has commenced the formal rulemaking process.

Question 48: An experienced skier is injured at a resort in the Adirondacks when she loses control on an icy patch on an expert-level trail. She sues the ski resort, alleging it was negligent in its grooming of the trail. Which doctrine will be the resort's strongest defense?

Res Ipsa Loquitur
Contributory Negligence
Primary Assumption of Risk (Correct answer)
The Collateral Source Rule

Correct answer: Primary Assumption of Risk

The doctrine of primary assumption of risk provides that a voluntary participant in a sporting or recreational activity consents to those commonly appreciated risks which are inherent in and arise out of the nature of the sport. Icy patches are an inherent risk of skiing. As long as the ski resort's conduct did not unreasonably increase the inherent risks of the activity, the doctrine will likely bar the plaintiff's claim.

Question 49: Under CPLR 308, personal service upon a natural person in New York may be made by leaving the summons with a person of suitable age and discretion at the defendant's dwelling and mailing a copy to defendant's last known address. This method is known as what?

Substitute service (Correct answer)
Disclosure service
Nail and mail service
Conspicuous place service

Correct answer: Substitute service

CPLR 308(2) describes substitute service: leaving the summons with a person of suitable age and discretion at the defendant's residence or place of business and mailing a copy.

Question 50: Under New York evidence law, what is required to authenticate a document before it can be admitted into evidence?

Sufficient evidence to support a finding that the document is what the proponent claims it to be (Correct answer)
Filing the document with the court at least 30 days before trial
Testimony from the person who created the document
Certification by a notary public

Correct answer: Sufficient evidence to support a finding that the document is what the proponent claims it to be

Authentication under New York law requires the proponent to produce evidence sufficient to support a finding that the item is what it purports to be.

Question 51: At a Wade hearing in New York, a court determines whether:

An identification procedure was unduly suggestive and, if so, whether the in-court identification has an independent source (Correct answer)
A confession was voluntarily given
Physical evidence should be suppressed under the Fourth Amendment
Probable cause existed for an arrest

Correct answer: An identification procedure was unduly suggestive and, if so, whether the in-court identification has an independent source

A Wade hearing evaluates the constitutionality of pretrial identification procedures; if unduly suggestive, the court then determines whether an independent basis exists for an in-court identification.

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