10 Questions
Under what circumstances can the accused move to quash the complaint or information?
At any time before entering his plea
On what grounds can the accused move to quash the complaint or information?
The facts charged do not constitute an offense
What is one of the grounds for quashing the complaint or information?
The officer who filed the information had no authority to do so
When can the accused assert a ground of a motion to quash?
At any time before entering his plea
What is the effect of the failure to assert any ground of a motion to quash before pleading?
The grounds for quashing will be waived
Which of the following is a ground for moving to quash a complaint or information?
The accused has been previously convicted or acquitted
When can the accused move to quash the complaint or information?
Before entering a plea
What is the effect of the failure to assert any ground of a motion to quash before pleading?
The accused is deemed to have waived the grounds
Which ground for quashing the complaint or information is based on the officer who filed it having no authority to do so?
The officer who filed the information had no authority to do so
Under what circumstances can more than one offense be charged without violating the grounds for quashing the complaint or information?
When the offenses are related to the same incident
Test your knowledge on the grounds for filing a motion to quash in legal proceedings. This quiz will cover the various grounds, such as lack of jurisdiction or failure to charge an offense, that can be used to challenge a complaint or information. Sharpen your understanding of this important legal procedure.
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