OR BAR Criminal Law

Question 1

Under Oregon law, which of the following is considered a Class A felony?

Accepted Answer

Murder

Answer

Theft in the third degree

Answer

Assault in the fourth degree

Answer

Burglary in the second degree

Question 2

Which of the following is required for a valid arrest warrant under Oregon law?

Accepted Answer

Probable cause that a crime has been committed

Answer

Reasonable suspicion that the suspect is about to commit a crime

Answer

A signed statement by the victim

Answer

The suspect's confession to the crime

Question 3

In Oregon, which defense is NOT available in a criminal prosecution?

Accepted Answer

Legal impossibility

Answer

Insanity

Answer

Duress

Answer

Self-defense

Question 4

Under Oregon law, which statement best describes the crime of "Theft in the first degree"?

Accepted Answer

The unlawful taking of property valued at $1,000 or more

Answer

The unlawful taking of property valued at $500 or more

Answer

The unlawful taking of property by force or threat of force

Answer

The unlawful taking of property from a building

Question 5

What is the standard of proof required for a conviction in a criminal case in Oregon?

Accepted Answer

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Answer

Clear and convincing evidence

Answer

Preponderance of the evidence

Answer

Probable cause