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Chapter 21- Voluntary Statements Under 14th Amd Flashcards

1
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What are the two types of incriminating statements?

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  1. The spoke admission
  2. Adoptive Admission
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What is the most common type of admission

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Spoken

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What must be proven to justify the use of an adoptive admission? (3)

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  • The suspect heard and understood the statement
  • Had an opportunity to respond
  • Context was one in which he would be expected to respond
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Is the following scenario a good example of an adoptive admission? A girl calls the suspect and says ‘you killed my sister you can run but can’t hide,’ and the suspect hung up without saying a word.

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Good

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What does it indicate if a suspect never denied texts to a victim about sexual abuse?

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It can be considered an adoptive admission

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What are the three principles governing police interactions?

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  • Voluntary statements
  • Warnings during custodial interrogation
  • No interference with the attorney-client relationship
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What is a key consideration in determining if an interaction was coercive?

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The characteristics of the suspect

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True or False: An adoptive admission can occur if the suspect does not verbally respond to a statement.

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True

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9
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What is the primary focus of interrogation issues?

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Voluntary considerations

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10
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What is required for Miranda rights to apply?

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State action must occur involving custodial interrogation to obtain testimonial evidence

Miranda rights are protections afforded to individuals during police interrogations.

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11
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What does Miranda rights not cover?

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Private individuals

Miranda rights are specifically applicable to actions taken by the state.

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What two conditions must be met for Miranda rights to be relevant?

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  1. The accused is in a custodial situation
  2. Interrogation occurs

Custodial situations typically involve detention or arrest.

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13
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What additional considerations must be addressed if the conditions for Miranda rights are met?

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  1. Were rights administered properly
  2. Were rights waived or invoked

Proper administration of rights is crucial to ensure they are respected.

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14
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What is Article 12 concerning?

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Right to counsel

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15
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When does the article 12 right to counsel apply (2)

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  1. When accused is indicted or arraigned and
  2. Being questioning on PENDING case without a waiver or lawyer present
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What must occur for police to question an accused without a lawyer present?

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There must be a waiver of rights

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17
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What does the 14th Amendment require regarding voluntary statements?

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Statements must be rational and not coerced

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18
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What is a rational speaker defined as?

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A speaker who is not suffering from severe mental illness, intoxication, injury, or other impairing conditions

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19
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True or False: A suspect high on PCP making irrational statements should be interviewed.

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False

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20
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What two considerations determine lack of coercion?

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  • How did police behave
  • What are the characteristics of the suspect
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21
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Lack of coercion is based on

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the totality of the circumstances

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22
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What is the legal standing of forcing a suspect to lie naked and handcuffed while questioned?

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No good

This indicates that such treatment is considered unacceptable and may invalidate a confession.

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23
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Telling a person their daughter would be raised by strangers then the agree to speak

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No good

This type of threat is seen as coercive and can lead to the exclusion of any obtained confession.

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24
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You’re not doing yourself any good lying to us - good or no good statement

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Good

This implies that the police are encouraging honesty without direct threats.

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25
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Bringing diabetic person to hosptial and figure out they’re okay and start questioning them, good or bad

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Good

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Telling someone they won’t receive medical attention if they don’t answer questions first

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No good

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Telling someone if they speak with you you will try to get them help

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Good

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28
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After rights waiver police walk a person by suspect and say they implicated him although it was a lie

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Good

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Lie about surveillance footage, prints at the scene and say to come clean for his girlfriend

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Good

30
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Person suffering from alcohol delirium was told a witness saw him at the scene told his friend would blame him

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No good

31
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Can you trick people into waiving their Miranda

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No

32
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What should you never combine false info with

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Minimization or offer of leniency

33
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What is the minimization technique in interviews?

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Lulling the suspect into a false sense of security by offering sympathy or saving face.

34
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Three hour interview with false statements about witnesses - good or bad

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No good

35
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Stating this is your last chance to tell your side of the story - G or B

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Bad

36
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Telling the suspect that people will be listening to the interview and will judge him based on it

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Good

37
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If the gun somehow went off by accident, today is the day you tell us that

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Good

38
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Why is promising a specific outcome in an interview considered improper?

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It can mislead the suspect about the consequences.

39
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You will avoid being charged with a felony

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No good

40
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What is a proper way to discuss potential charges with a suspect?

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Stating you will discuss with the DA about the charges.

41
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What type of appeals are considered good in legal contexts?

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Reasonable psychological or religious appeals

42
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Advising a suspect to admit to the crime so the victim can get help from abuse

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good

43
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Allowing the victim to Rest In Peace by admitting the crime

A

Good

44
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During questioning, do you have to inform a person that they are a suspect?

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No, you do NOT have to tell the person they are a suspect

45
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What should you do if you respond to a legal question?

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Provide accurate information

46
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What should you NEVER do regarding a suspect’s need for a lawyer?

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Mislead a suspect about needing a lawyer

47
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What should you avoid telling a suspect if they call an attorney?

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All deals are off

48
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Should you tell suspect that you are legally mandated to tell the truth

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No

49
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What shouldnt you suggest about the interview process?

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It is the only time they can present their side to the jury

50
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What is the implication of the police station setting during interrogation?

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It is inherently more coercive than the home or business.

51
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How does the number of officers present affect an interrogation?

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It is a factor that can influence the dynamics of the interrogation.

52
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What is the stance on off-hours interrogations?

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They are strongly disapproved, particularly during sleeping hours.

53
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What impact does providing food and drinks have on interrogation length?

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It allows for a longer interview length, such as 11 hours with breaks being effective.

54
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What was the positive action taken regarding child care during an interrogation?

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Purchasing food for the suspect’s daughter and soda for the suspect while waiting for alternative care.

55
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Fill in the blank: The police may implicate other agency informant if they do not _______.

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Mislead them

56
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What is a major factor influencing a suspect’s characteristics?

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Age

Younger people are more prone to coercion.

57
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How does education level affect a suspect’s susceptibility?

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Low education levels increase susceptibility

Individuals with lower education are more likely to be coerced.

58
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What role does intelligence play in a suspect’s characteristics?

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Intelligence affects vulnerability to coercion

Lower intelligence may lead to higher susceptibility.

59
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Can mental illness impact the validity of a confession?

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Yes

Example: A person with anorexia and depression who was treated nicely had a valid confession.

60
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What does 92a require for deaf or hard of hearing suspects?

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An interpreter must be obtained by the ARRESTING OFFICER

Statements made without an interpreter are inadmissible.

61
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What must police ensure regarding a suspect’s language proficiency?

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The suspect can adequately speak English or provide translation

Minor variations in translation did not prevent the suspect’s understanding.

62
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What should be done during any interview with a translator?

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It should be recorded unless impractical.

63
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Why is experience with the justice system relevant?

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It can affect the suspect’s understanding and interaction with the legal process.

64
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What does self-protection imply for the accused?

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If the accused has the right mind to refuse to answer questions, they are likely not intimidated.

65
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How does physical condition affect a suspect’s vulnerability?

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An injured or ill suspect is more vulnerable, especially if in unbearable pain.

66
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What considerations should be taken into account regarding alcohol or drug intoxication?

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Outward signs of sobriety and prior experience with the suspect.

67
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What is required for all statements against the accused?

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They must be voluntary.

68
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What is the HUMANE PRACTICE RULE regarding statements made by the accused?

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The judge must conclude that the statements were voluntary

This rule ensures that confessions are not coerced.

69
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What standard must a jury consider regarding statements under the humane practice rule

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Beyond a reasonable doubt

This standard is crucial for ensuring fair trials.

70
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True or False: Involuntary statements to private citizens are acceptable in court.

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False

Involuntary statements are inadmissible regardless of the audience.

71
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What is required for a conviction regarding confessions?

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At least some evidence that the crime occurred

This prevents convictions based solely on uncorroborated confessions.

72
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Fill in the blank: No convictions can be based solely on _______.

A

uncorroborated confessions

This highlights the need for additional evidence.

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