How can camera angles affect juror perceptions?

What will be an ideal response?


By directing visual attention on the suspect, the camera can lead jurors to underestimate the amount of pressure actually exerted by the “hidden” investigator.

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A defendant is required to have standing in order to challenge the introduction of evidence at trial. In the following scenario, which party may assert the claim? An officer stopped a vehicle fleeing the scene of what was believed to be a robbery. In addition to the driver, there was a passenger in both the front and back seat. A search beneath the front driver’s seat revealed significant amounts of narcotics and a firearm. The front passenger wishes to suppress this evidence at his criminal trial. What will be the result?

What will be an ideal response?

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Discuss mandatory arrest policies.

What will be an ideal response?

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A plea of nolo contendere means that the defendant:

a. admits guilt and accepts the court's punishment. b. does not admit guilt, but will not contest the prosecution's case. c. pleads guilty to a lesser included offense. d. offers an affirmative defense.

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_____________focuses on the roles that people play with others

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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