Chapter 19 Flashcards
Which of the following is true regarding civil and criminal law based on the text?
Civil law pertains primarily to the duties of private citizens to each other, whereas criminal law is concerned with conduct that is offensive to society as a whole.
In the context of a trial procedure, what is the main distinction between a ‘challenge for cause’ and a ‘peremptory challenge’ during jury selection?
A challenge for cause requires a reason to be stated for the objection to the juror, while a peremptory challenge does not require any stated reason.
What is the sequence of stages during the trial, starting from the jury selection?
Jury Selection - Opening Statements - Presentation of the Plaintiff’s Case - Presentation of the Defendant’s Case - Closing Arguments - Jury Instructions - Verdict - Judgment.
Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about the presentation of a case during a trial?
Expert witnesses are not allowed to give their opinions in matters within their areas of expertise.
What are the three procedural stages of civil litigation, and what do they entail?
Pre-trial, trial, and post-trial: The pre-trial stage involves initiating a lawsuit and preparing for trial, the trial stage is when the case is presented in court, and the post-trial stage involves any potential appeals or enforcement of the court’s decision.
How does the role of the jury change from the beginning to the end of the trial?
The jury starts with voir dire, or selection, then they are presented with the cases by both parties, and finally they deliberate and reach a verdict.
Which of the following statements about the discovery stage of the pre-trial procedure in a civil litigation is incorrect?
Interrogatories are written questions that must be answered under oath and can be submitted to both parties in the case and to witnesses.
