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dalyningkenk

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Jessie, a law student, is of the opinion that plea bargaining is essential in Texas. Which of the following statements weakens her opinion?
 
  a. Surveys show that recidivism has been increasing yearly in recent years.
  b. A recent report indicates that there is a large backlog of felony cases to be heard.
  c. A government survey of the prison system indicates an urgent need for more prisons.
  d. Most of the arrests in recent years have been through information supplied by convicts.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of trials in Texas?
 
  a. A choice is given to the defense to present the case before or after the prosecution.
  b. Jurors selected to hear trials are picked exclusively from voter registration lists.
  c. A defendant opting for a bench trial has his case heard by a judge and no jury.
  d. Misdemeanor cases in county courts-at-law are heard by twelve jurors.


aliotak

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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