RPR Legal Terminology and Courtroom Procedures 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the term for a formal written statement made under oath used as evidence in court?
- Affidavit (Correct answer)
- Subpoena
- Deposition
- Injunction
Correct answer: Affidavit
An affidavit is a sworn written statement used as evidence in legal proceedings.
Question 2: Which Latin term means 'let the buyer beware' and places responsibility on a purchaser?
- Caveat emptor (Correct answer)
- Res ipsa loquitur
- Habeas corpus
- Pro bono
Correct answer: Caveat emptor
Caveat emptor is a doctrine placing the burden of due diligence on the buyer.
Question 3: In a deposition, the term 'stipulation' refers to what?
- An agreement between counsel on procedural matters (Correct answer)
- A court order requiring appearance
- A written summary of testimony
- A judge's ruling on evidence
Correct answer: An agreement between counsel on procedural matters
A stipulation is a mutual agreement between attorneys on procedural or factual matters.
Question 4: What does the term 'voir dire' refer to in US court proceedings?
- A preliminary examination of a witness or juror to determine competency (Correct answer)
- The reading of charges to a defendant
- A motion to dismiss the case
- The closing arguments of counsel
Correct answer: A preliminary examination of a witness or juror to determine competency
Voir dire is a French phrase meaning 'to speak the truth' and refers to the jury selection examination.
Question 5: What is the legal term for a court order directing a lower court to send records to a higher court for review?
- Certiorari (Correct answer)
- Mandamus
- Subpoena duces tecum
- Nolo contendere
Correct answer: Certiorari
A writ of certiorari is issued by a superior court to review the record of a lower court.
Question 6: Which term describes the person who gives testimony during a deposition?
- Deponent (Correct answer)
- Appellant
- Respondent
- Amicus
Correct answer: Deponent
A deponent is the individual who provides sworn testimony in a deposition.
RPR Legal Terminology and Courtroom Procedures 1
What is the term for a formal written statement made under oath used as evidence in court?