Legal Terminology Quiz

What is the definition of "Attorney-Client Privilege"?

• A mandate ensuring confidentiality of communication between a lawyer and client.

• The portion of a trial where the party with the burden of proof presents evidence.

• A request to excuse a biased juror during jury selection.

• Protection against being tried for the same crime twice.

Which term refers to the portion of a trial where the party with the burden of proof presents evidence?

• Allocution

• Case in Chief

• Chain of Custody

• Direct Examination

What does "Chain of Custody" refer to?

• The order of individuals who have handled evidence from collection to trial submission.

• A request to excuse a biased juror during jury selection.

• Statements summarizing evidence presented, aiming to convince the jury.

• A judge's order preventing discussion of a case outside of court.

What is a "Challenge for Cause"?

• A request to excuse a biased juror during jury selection.

• Questioning of the opposing attorney's witnesses.

• Protection against being tried for the same crime twice.

• A legal guarantee that the government cannot deprive a person of life, liberty, or property.

Which term is defined as "Statements summarizing evidence presented, aiming to convince the jury"?

• Closing Argument

• Cross-Examination

• Defense Attorney

• Exculpatory Witness

What does "Cross-Examination" involve?

• Questioning of the opposing attorney's witnesses.

• A mandate ensuring confidentiality of communication between a lawyer and client.

• The order of individuals who have handled evidence from collection to trial submission.

• A judge's order preventing discussion of a case outside of court.

What does "Double Jeopardy" protect against?

• Being tried for the same crime twice.

• A mandate ensuring confidentiality of communication between a lawyer and client.

• The order of individuals who have handled evidence from collection to trial submission.

• A request to excuse a biased juror during jury selection.

What is "Due Process"?

• The legal guarantee that the government cannot deprive a person of life, liberty, or property.

• A witness whose testimony may benefit the defendant.

• Evidence obtained illegally cannot be used against the individual.

• A judge's order preventing discussion of a case outside of court.

Who is an "Exculpatory Witness"?

• A witness whose testimony may benefit the defendant.

• The lawyer representing the accused, ensuring their rights are protected.

• A request to excuse a biased juror during jury selection.

• Statements summarizing evidence presented, aiming to convince the jury.

What does the "Fruit of the Poisonous Tree" doctrine state?

• Evidence obtained illegally cannot be used against the individual.

• A mandate ensuring confidentiality of communication between a lawyer and client.

• The order of individuals who have handled evidence from collection to trial submission.

• A judge's order preventing discussion of a case outside of court.