1. What is the purpose of the exclusionary rule in criminal procedure? 2. Explain the difference between probable cause and reasonable suspicion. 3. Describe the requirements for obtaining a search warrant. 4. What is the significance of the Miranda rights in criminal procedure? 5. Discuss the role of the Fourth Amendment in protecting against unreasonable searches and seizures. 6. Explain the concept of double jeopardy and its implications in criminal procedure. 7. Describe the process of arraignment and its importance in criminal procedure. 8. Discuss the role of the prosecutor in the criminal justice system. 9. Explain the concept of plea bargaining and its impact on the criminal justice system. 10. Discuss the rights of the accused during a criminal trial, including the right to counsel and the right to a fair trial.
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Google Gemini AI
Apr 26
Arrest and Search and Seizure
- What is the Fourth Amendment and what rights does it protect? - What is the "exclusionary rule" and when does it apply? - What are the different types of searches and seizures? - What is probable cause and how do police establish it? - What are the exceptions to the warrant requirement?
Interrogation and Confessions
- What is the Fifth Amendment and what rights does it protect? - What are the Miranda warnings and when are they required? - What is the "fruit of the poisonous tree" doctrine? - What is a custodial interrogation and how does it differ from a non-custodial interrogation? - How do courts determine whether a confession is voluntary?
Pretrial Release and Discovery
- What are the different types of pretrial release? - What factors do courts consider in setting bail? - What is the purpose of pretrial discovery and what types of information can be obtained? - What are the ethical obligations of prosecutors and defense attorneys during discovery? - How do courts resolve discovery disputes?
Jury Selection and Trial
- What is voir dire and what are the challenges that can be made to potential jurors? - What are the different types of evidence that can be admitted at trial? - What is the burden of proof and who has it? - What are the different roles of the judge, jury, and attorneys during trial? - What are the rules governing closing arguments and jury instructions?
Sentencing
- What are the different types of sentences that can be imposed? - What factors do courts consider when imposing a sentence? - What are the rights of defendants during sentencing? - What are the different types of post-conviction relief that can be sought? - What are the ethical obligations of judges and prosecutors during sentencing?