LA Bar Federal Law

Question 1

Which of the following cases would be most likely to fall under federal jurisdiction?

Accepted Answer

A case involving a federal law violation where the defendant is charged with a crime against a U.S. government agency.

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A dispute between two Louisiana residents over a contract worth $75,000.

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A criminal case involving a state law violation of assault that occurred in Baton Rouge.

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A divorce proceeding between Louisiana residents.

Question 2

Which of the following restrictions on free speech is most likely to be upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

A law prohibiting speech that incites imminent violence and is likely to produce such violence.

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A ban on all political speech in public parks.

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A regulation requiring all public protests to be pre-approved by the local government.

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A law banning the distribution of pamphlets containing controversial opinions.

Question 3

In a federal civil case, what is the primary purpose of the discovery process?

Accepted Answer

To allow the parties to gather evidence and information from each other.

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To determine the outcome of the case before trial.

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To settle the case without a trial.

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To limit the number of witnesses each party can call at trial.

Question 4

Which federal statute is commonly invoked to address discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964

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The Federal Tort Claims Act

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The Fair Housing Act

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The Americans with Disabilities Act

Question 5

Under federal law, which of the following statements about venue is correct?

Accepted Answer

Venue in a federal civil case is generally proper in any district where the defendant is subject to personal jurisdiction.

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Venue is determined by the location of the defendant's residence.

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Venue is always proper in the district where the plaintiff resides.

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Venue can be changed to any federal district based solely on convenience to the parties.