Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Under the English common law a grand jury consisted of twelve men.

2. The same rules of evidence that apply to criminal trials apply to grand jury investigations.

3. In 1967 the Supreme Court held that the speedy trial requirement of the 6th Amendment does not apply to the state courts.

4. Most states have adopted rules allowing pretrial discovery in criminal cases.


1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T

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