The standard of proof needed in trial in order to conclude that a defendant is guilty of a crime is ______.
a. probable cause
b. beyond a reasonable doubt
c. reasonable suspicion
d. preponderance of evidence
b. beyond a reasonable doubt
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Bob’s attorney wants to remove Prospective Juror 37 from the jury pool based on his belief that the juror cannot be fair to the defendant. What legal action can Bob’s attorney take to remove this Juror?
a. Challenge for cause b. Peremptory challenge c. Habeas corpus d. Motion to dismiss
Which ONE of the following trial court actions could never be a basis for the prosecution to appeal in a criminal case?
a. an order dismissing an information or indictment b. a pretrial order suppressing the defendant’s confession c. a judgment based on a jury acquittal of the defendant d. a pretrial order declaring seizure of contraband in violation of the Fourth Amendment
Means a license plate issued for a truck or truck-tractor that is used or intended to be used in combination with a semitrailer that has a gross weight of more than 6,000 pounds.
a. Combination license plate b. Apportioned license plate c. Commercial license plate d. CDL
The sentencing hearing is usually held immediately after the jury verdict is read in court
Indicate whether the statement is true or false