Chapter 18 True/False

If responses to interrogatories are not given in a timely fashion, the court may charge fees and costs to a noncomplying party and issue an order demanding that all questions be answered.

True

If, during a preliminary hearing, sufficient evidence is not available to show probable cause, the defendant can still be prosecuted at a later time when more evidence is available.

True

Investigation is the legal process by which each party's attorneys try to find all information about the other side's case before the trial begins.

True

The burden of proof necessary to prove a defendant is guilty in a criminal trial is significantly greater than in a civil trial.

True

The federal courts will only hear cases that involve federal law, more than one state, or a federal statute.

True

The parties in a civil case may negotiate a settlement during any stage of litigation.

True

The prosecution usually prefers to present evidence at a grand jury because the accused does not have the right to hear the evidence.

True

An individual committing fraud can be prosecuted either criminally or civilly, but not both.

False

Most fraud cases are tried in federal courts.

False

State courts hear bankruptcy cases.

False

The defendant can choose to have his or her case tried in either a state lower court or a state higher court.

False

To be successful, the plaintiff in a civil case must prove his or her case beyond a reasonable doubt.

False

A deposition is a testimony taken before the trial begins in a situation that is usually less formal than a courtroom, but in which the court rules and regulations still apply.

True

A request for confession asks the opposing party to admit designated facts relevant to litigation.

True

An initial pleading or complaint generally includes an explanation of the alleged violation and the monetary expenses or damages sought.

True

An interrogatory is a series of written questions that specifically identifies information needed from the opposing party.

True

Civil cases must consist of a jury of at least six jurors.

True