Free CLI Criminal Law & Procedure Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the standard of proof in a criminal trial?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a reasonable doubt

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Preponderance of the evidence

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Clear and convincing evidence

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Probable cause

Question 2

Which amendment provides protection against self-incrimination?

Accepted Answer

Fifth Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fourth Amendment

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Sixth Amendment

Question 3

What does 'mens rea' refer to in criminal law?

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The guilty mind

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The physical act

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The legal process

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The defense

Question 4

Which of the following is a felony?

Accepted Answer

Murder

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Petty theft

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Speeding

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Loitering

Question 5

What is the purpose of the exclusionary rule?

Accepted Answer

To deter illegal police conduct

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To protect victims

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To punish guilty parties

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To exclude unreliable witnesses

Question 6

Which court handles felony trials?

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Trial court

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Municipal court

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Small claims court

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Traffic court

Question 7

What is a plea bargain?

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Negotiated guilty plea

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Request for a jury

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Demand for trial

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Public apology

Question 8

What does the Miranda warning inform a suspect of?

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Their legal rights

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Their sentence

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Court location

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Jury details

Question 9

What is 'double jeopardy'?

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Being tried twice for the same crime

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Two trials at once

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Conviction without evidence

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A second appeal