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What is the responsibility of a grand jury?
What is the responsibility of a grand jury?
- To determine if enough evidence exists to proceed to trial. (correct)
- To issue a warrant for arrest.
- To question witnesses in a trial.
- To decide if a person is guilty of a crime.
During the trial process, when are closing statements presented?
During the trial process, when are closing statements presented?
- After the jury deliberation but before the verdict.
- After the evidence is presented but before jury deliberation. (correct)
- After opening statements but before evidence is presented.
- Before evidence is presented.
What is the primary reason the Framers of the US Constitution included juries in the legal system?
What is the primary reason the Framers of the US Constitution included juries in the legal system?
- To allow everyday citizens to participate in the justice system.
- To protect citizens from abuses by the government. (correct)
- To guarantee the accuracy of legal decisions.
- To ensure a quick and efficient legal process.
Which of the following steps is NOT part of the process of selecting a juror?
Which of the following steps is NOT part of the process of selecting a juror?
Under which circumstances might a lawyer appeal a court case by claiming a juror was biased?
Under which circumstances might a lawyer appeal a court case by claiming a juror was biased?
Which legal systems typically grant a right to a jury trial?
Which legal systems typically grant a right to a jury trial?
Flashcards
Grand Jury's Responsibility
Grand Jury's Responsibility
To decide if there's enough evidence for a trial.
Steps of a Trial
Steps of a Trial
Includes opening statements, evidence, closing statements, deliberation, and verdict.
Why Juries in Government?
Why Juries in Government?
Juries support the principle of due process.
Juror Selection Process
Juror Selection Process
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Justifying an Appeal
Justifying an Appeal
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Types of Law for Jury Trials
Types of Law for Jury Trials
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Study Notes
Grand Jury Responsibility
- Grand juries decide if there's enough evidence for a felony trial.
Trial Process Steps
- Opening Statements: Introduce the case.
- Presenting Evidence/Questioning: Evidence and witness testimony presented.
- Closing Statements: Summarize the case's evidence.
- Jury Deliberation: Jurors discuss and decide the verdict.
- Verdict: The final judgment.
Framer's Emphasis on Juries
- Supported due process.
Juror Selection Steps
- Jury summons issued to a Florida resident.
- Attorneys narrow down potential jurors via voir dire.
- Selected juror serves until trial completion.
Justifying Appeals for Biased Jurors
- Lawyers can use voir dire examination to highlight potential bias.
Jury Trial-Entitling Laws
- Criminal and civil laws.
Jury Importance in American Legal System
- Prevent governmental abuse.
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