Constitutional Rights Quiz

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Which legal system was the California legal system derived from?

French law

German law

English common law (correct)

Roman law

What is the purpose of this chapter?

To explain the main terms and concepts of criminal law

To compare different legal systems

To analyze specific crimes encountered by peace officers (correct)

To discuss the history of criminal law

According to the California Legislature, how should the provisions of the Penal Code be construed?

Strictly according to the letter of the law

In accordance with unwritten laws

In relation to other code provisions

Based on the fair import of their terms and with a view to effect its objects and promote justice (correct)

According to the text, when can a minor be administered a test at a juvenile facility?

If the minor is under the continuous, personal supervision of a peace officer or employee Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the maximum amount of time a minor can remain at a facility after an evaluation or test?

Two hours Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is a requirement for administering a test to a minor at a juvenile facility?

Having equipment available Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can a person be charged with a violation of section 148?

When they physically resist or obstruct the deputies Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is considered a violation of section 148?

Shouting obscenities Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what can result in a violation of section 148?

Verbally challenging law enforcement's actions Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when is a refusal to consent to enter a residence grounds for a section 148 violation?

When the refusal is done by words or conduct Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the punishment for a crime or public offense upon conviction?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between substantive law and procedural law?

Substantive law defines and regulates rights, while procedural law prescribes methods for enforcing those rights. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what constitutes a violation of section 148 of the Penal Code?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, is it a violation of section 148 to take a photograph or record an officer in a public place or in a place where the person making the recording has a right to be?

No Signup and view all the answers

According to the Penal Code, what is the punishment for attempting to deter or prevent an executive officer from performing their duty?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Under the Penal Code, what is required for a violation of section 69 to occur in relation to the 'resisting' part of the statute?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when does a violation of section 69 occur if a suspect threatens to deter or prevent at some point in the future?

Regardless of whether the officer was engaged in the lawful performance of their duties at the time the threat was made Signup and view all the answers

In the example provided, what was the violation committed by the suspect who threatened a CVS pharmacist?

Section 148 violation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the detention of minors in California?

Minors may be detained in facilities that contain a jail or lockup for adults. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a minor as young as 14 be detained in a jail or secure facility for adults?

If the minor is alleged to have committed one of a list of designated offenses, has been found unfit to be dealt with as a juvenile, and his case has been transferred to adult court. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration for temporary detention in a lockup facility for a minor?

6 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the admissibility of a confession obtained during an invalid state detention?

A minor's confession obtained during an invalid state detention is not affected by the legality of the detention. Signup and view all the answers

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Which legal system was the California legal system derived from?

What is the purpose of this chapter?

According to the California Legislature, how should the provisions of the Penal Code be construed?

According to the text, when can a minor be administered a test at a juvenile facility?

According to the text, what is the maximum amount of time a minor can remain at a facility after an evaluation or test?

According to the text, what is a requirement for administering a test to a minor at a juvenile facility?

According to the text, when can a person be charged with a violation of section 148?

According to the text, what is considered a violation of section 148?

According to the text, what can result in a violation of section 148?

According to the text, when is a refusal to consent to enter a residence grounds for a section 148 violation?

According to the text, what is the punishment for a crime or public offense upon conviction?

What is the difference between substantive law and procedural law?

According to the text, what constitutes a violation of section 148 of the Penal Code?

According to the text, is it a violation of section 148 to take a photograph or record an officer in a public place or in a place where the person making the recording has a right to be?

According to the Penal Code, what is the punishment for attempting to deter or prevent an executive officer from performing their duty?

Under the Penal Code, what is required for a violation of section 69 to occur in relation to the 'resisting' part of the statute?

According to the text, when does a violation of section 69 occur if a suspect threatens to deter or prevent at some point in the future?

In the example provided, what was the violation committed by the suspect who threatened a CVS pharmacist?

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the detention of minors in California?

Under what circumstances may a minor as young as 14 be detained in a jail or secure facility for adults?

What is the maximum duration for temporary detention in a lockup facility for a minor?

Which of the following is true regarding the admissibility of a confession obtained during an invalid state detention?

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