NV Bar Nevada Criminal Law and Procedure 2

Question 1

In Nevada, when must a preliminary hearing be held for a felony defendant in custody?

Accepted Answer

Within 5 judicial days

Answer

Within 48 hours

Answer

Within 15 judicial days

Answer

Within 30 days

Question 2

Nevada uses which grand jury standard for returning an indictment?

Accepted Answer

Probable cause

Answer

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Answer

Preponderance of evidence

Answer

Clear and convincing evidence

Question 3

Under Nevada law, which plea allows a defendant to avoid admitting guilt while accepting punishment?

Accepted Answer

Alford plea

Answer

Guilty plea

Answer

No contest plea

Answer

Conditional plea

Question 4

In Nevada, which defense completely excuses criminal liability based on the defendant's mental state at the time of the crime?

Accepted Answer

Insanity defense (M'Naghten test)

Answer

Diminished capacity

Answer

Guilty but mentally ill

Answer

Intoxication defense

Question 5

Under Nevada's habitual criminal statute, what prior felony conviction history can result in life imprisonment?

Accepted Answer

Three prior felony convictions

Answer

One prior felony conviction

Answer

Two prior felony convictions

Answer

Four prior felony convictions

Question 6

In Nevada, what is the criminal statute of limitations for murder?

Accepted Answer

No statute of limitations

Answer

7 years

Answer

10 years

Answer

20 years