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Lobcity

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Police officers may wish to carry reports or other documents into the courtroom for reference while they are testifying. Although rules of evidence vary in different courts, in general, what is the rule regarding the use of notes or reports by the officer?
 
  A) If the officer uses them while on the witness stand to refresh his or her memory, they may be seen by the defense attorneys.
  B) They may be used by defense attorneys to cross-examine the officer.
  C) They may be used to attack the prosecution's case in any way the defense is able.
  D) All of the above.

Question 2

What is exculpatory evidence?
 
  A) Information that tends to establish the innocence of the defendant
  B) Evidence that clearly shows the defendant is guilty
  C) Evidence collected by the defense that is kept hidden from the prosecution until trial
  D) Information that the police have discovered that is not material to the case



Dinolord

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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