While testifying in court, you discover an error in the crime report. When the defense attorney questions you about this aspect of the report, should you admit the error?
What will be an ideal response?
The primary rule is to always be honest when testifying. Accordingly, you will probably need to admit the error. Trying to cover up the error may lead the jury to disbelieve your entire testimony.
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The identity and the background of all expert witnesses need not be shared with opposing counsel
a. True b. False
What is the preliminary hearing? What is its purpose? When is it required?
What will be an ideal response?
Deliberate violations of established standards of conduct or offenses involving which of the following will usually require a far more severe punishment than offenses resulting from ignorance or carelessness?
a. Moral turpitude b. Tardiness c. Absenteeism d. Uniform equipment violations
David was recently arrested for embezzlement at the hedge management firm he was employed. At his trial, he stated that he felt that his crime had no real impact on the victims since most were wealthy and could afford the loss. Which technique of neutralization can explain his view?
a. Appeal to higher loyalties b. Denial of responsibilities c. Condemnation of condemners d. Denial of victim