WI Bar Wisconsin-Specific Law and Subjects 3

Question 1

What does Wisconsin's 'plain error' rule allow in criminal appeals?

Accepted Answer

Review of errors not objected to at trial only if they are plain and affect substantial rights

Answer

Wisconsin's plain error rule permits appellate courts to review trial errors that were not objected to if the error is clear and affects the defendant's substantial rights.

Question 2

Under Wisconsin law, what is the effect of a valid advance directive (living will)?

Accepted Answer

It directs health care providers regarding the patient's wishes if they become incapacitated

Answer

A valid Wisconsin advance directive (living will or power of attorney for health care) expresses the patient's health care wishes and directs providers if the patient becomes unable to make decisions.

Question 3

In Wisconsin, which court hears appeals from circuit court decisions?

Accepted Answer

Wisconsin Court of Appeals

Answer

The Wisconsin Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court that hears appeals from circuit court decisions before they may proceed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Question 4

What is required for a valid conveyance of real property in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

Written deed signed by the grantor and delivered to the grantee

Answer

A valid Wisconsin real property conveyance requires a written deed that is signed by the grantor and delivered to and accepted by the grantee.

Question 5

Under Wisconsin law, what is the rule regarding spousal privilege in criminal proceedings?

Accepted Answer

The testifying spouse alone decides whether to testify

Answer

Wisconsin follows the modern rule: the witness-spouse holds the privilege and can choose whether to testify against a defendant-spouse — the defendant cannot prevent the other spouse from testifying.

WI Bar - Wisconsin Bar Exam Practice Test

WI Bar - Wisconsin Bar Exam Practice Test

WI Bar Wisconsin-Specific Law and Subjects 3