Pre-trial identifications

Question 1

Which right to counsel is offense specific?

Answer 1

the 6th amendment right to counsel. the 5th amendment right to counsel is not specific to a particular offense

Question 2

what does it mean that a grand jury proceeding is in private?

Answer 2

not even a defendant has the right to be at the proceeding or to be given notice that the proceeding is being held.

Question 3

what is the primary purpose of a preliminary hearing?

Answer 3

to determine whether probable cause of a detention exists

Question 4

what are the factors in determining whether a defendant’s right to a speedy trial has been violated?

Answer 4

1) length of the delay
2) reason for the delay
3) whether the defendant asserted his right
4) prejudice to the defendant