TN Bar Tennessee Criminal Law and Procedure 3

Question 1

Under Tennessee law, theft is graded based on the value of the property stolen. Theft of property valued between $1,000 and $2,500 is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Class E felony

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Class A misdemeanor

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Class D felony

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Class C misdemeanor

Question 2

Tennessee's implied consent law provides that a driver who refuses a chemical sobriety test after a DUI arrest will:

Accepted Answer

Have their license revoked for one year for a first refusal

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Face immediate criminal charges for the refusal

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Be entitled to a jury trial on the refusal

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Receive a civil fine only

Question 3

In Tennessee, consecutive sentencing for multiple convictions is governed by T.C.A. § 40-35-115. Which of the following justifies consecutive sentences?

Accepted Answer

Defendant is a dangerous offender whose behavior indicates little or no regard for human life

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Any two felony convictions

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The same attorney represented the defendant in both cases

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Both offenses occurred in the same county

Question 4

Under Tennessee Rule of Criminal Procedure 11, before accepting a guilty plea, the court must ensure the defendant understands all of the following EXCEPT:

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The identity of the prosecutor handling the case

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The nature of the charge and maximum penalty

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The right to a jury trial

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The right to confront witnesses

Question 5

Tennessee's habitual offender statute enhances penalties when a defendant has prior convictions for certain offenses. Which category of priors is most commonly used for habitual drug offender enhancement?

Accepted Answer

Prior felony drug convictions

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Prior traffic violations

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Prior misdemeanor offenses of any kind

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Prior civil contempt findings

Question 6

Which Tennessee court has exclusive jurisdiction over juvenile criminal matters?

Accepted Answer

Juvenile Court

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Circuit Court

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General Sessions Court

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Chancery Court