Charging Instrument Flashcards
1
Q
What must be in an indictment or info?
A
Name or Alias of D
Intent to Defraud (generally if applicable)
Capition
Endorsed by Prosecution and Jury Foreman in indict
Signature and Oath prosecutor
Authority
N-Nature of Offense Generally
Time and place- important detail
Allegations of Fact - repeated for each charge
2
Q
What is the mnemonic for indictment/info contents?
A
NICE
SANTA
3
Q
Does Intent to defraud always appear in indict/info
A
No only when applicable - plead generally
4
Q
Who has to endorse an indictment
A
Jury Foreman
Prosecution
5
Q
True or False - facts need to be repeated for each charge
A
True
6
Q
How do you describe nature of offense
A
Generally
7
Q
How do you describe time and place
A
Detailed
