Criminal Law and Justice Fundamentals
Test your knowledge of key concepts in criminal law, including evidence types, court procedures, constitutional rights, and the criminal justice process.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a common type of evidence used in criminal cases?
- DNA evidence
- Eyewitness testimony
- Circumstantial evidence
- Hearsay evidence
What is the term for the process of selecting jurors for a trial?
- Voir dire
- Plea bargaining
- Discovery
- Sentencing
What is the legal principle that states that a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty?
- Due process of law
- Equal protection under the law
- Presumption of innocence
- Right to a fair trial
Which of the following is NOT a type of criminal offense?
- Felony
- Misdemeanor
- Infraction
- Tort
What is the term for the process of negotiating a plea agreement between the prosecution and the defense?
- Plea bargaining
- Discovery
- Sentencing
- Voir dire
What is the term for the final stage of a criminal trial, in which the jury or judge determines the guilt or innocence of the defendant?
- Discovery
- Voir dire
- Trial
- Sentencing
Which of the following is NOT a type of punishment that can be imposed on a convicted criminal?
- Imprisonment
- Fines
- Probation
- Restitution
What is the term for the process of gathering evidence and information in a criminal case?
- Discovery
- Voir dire
- Trial
- Sentencing
Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed to criminal defendants by the United States Constitution?
- The right to a speedy and public trial
- The right to be represented by an attorney
- The right to remain silent
- The right to a jury trial
What is the term for the process of determining the appropriate sentence for a convicted criminal?
- Discovery
- Voir dire
- Trial
- Sentencing
Which of the following is NOT a type of criminal court?
- District court
- Circuit court
- Supreme Court
- Municipal court
What is the term for the process of appealing a criminal conviction?
- Discovery
- Voir dire
- Trial
- Appeal
Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence that can be used to prove a defendant's guilt in a criminal case?
- Physical evidence
- Testimonial evidence
- Documentary evidence
- Hearsay evidence
What is the term for the process of selecting a jury for a trial?
- Voir dire
- Plea bargaining
- Discovery
- Sentencing
Which of the following is NOT a type of criminal offense?
- Felony
- Misdemeanor
- Infraction
- Tort