NYS Legal Terminology and Principles 3

Question 1

What is 'voir dire' in jury selection?

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The process of questioning prospective jurors to determine fitness to serve

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The jury's final deliberation

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The reading of the verdict

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The judge's instructions to the jury

Question 2

What is 'contempt of court'?

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Behavior that disrespects or disobeys the authority of a court

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Disagreeing with a court ruling

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Filing a frivolous lawsuit

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Appealing a verdict

Question 3

In New York, what is the highest trial court of general jurisdiction?

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Supreme Court

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City Court

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Family Court

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Court of Claims

Question 4

What does 'hearsay' mean in the context of evidence?

Accepted Answer

An out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth of its content

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Eyewitness testimony

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Physical evidence found at a crime scene

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Expert witness opinion

Question 5

What is 'habeas corpus'?

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A writ requiring a person's body to be brought before a court to determine lawfulness of detention

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A warrant to search a suspect's home

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A plea of not guilty

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A motion to dismiss charges

Question 6

What is an 'indictment'?

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A formal accusation of a felony issued by a grand jury

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A judge's sentencing decision

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A guilty plea agreement

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A civil complaint filed against a defendant

Question 7

What does 'nolo contendere' mean?

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No contest — accepting punishment without admitting guilt

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Not guilty

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Guilty beyond a reasonable doubt

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Acquitted by the court