What are the processes or legal devices a trial judge can use to try to ameliorate or remedy the effects of mass media publicity about a case?

What will be an ideal response?


The judge can select from six remedies: a change of venue, a change of veniremen, intensive voir dire, a continuance, admonition, or sequestration of the jury.

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________________ refers to the ongoing interaction among individuals facilitated by language. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Globalization is

a. positive because cultures are not affected. b. positive because the gap between the wealthy and the poor is decreasing within countries and around the world. c. complex and contradictory and has a major impact on intercultural communication. d. static and predictable.

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_______________ is an active process that requires our active attention and focus.

A. Listening B. Speaking C. Hearing D. Engaging

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Which of the following is a common drawback to cameras with a digital zoom?

A. less storage space B. more expensive C. image distortion D. difficult to use

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