CRI 201 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Ronnie Lee Gardner, Allocution, Merit System
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Quiz two covers powerpoints 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. One problem that dna testing will not remedy is inadequate legal counsel. In many cases, defense counsel failed to consult competent scientific experts to see if dna is a viable resource. Cases where identity is an issue: the majority of dna profiling cases are sexual assault. Csi effect: some jurors attach greater weight to scientific evidence cannot vote to convict without it, even in cases where it is not possible. Role of the judge: decides all legal as opposed to factual matters, determines the appropriate sentence for any conviction trial or plea, issues warrants and sets bail, presides over the trial, maintains decorum in the courtroom. Must remove himself if conflicts of interest arise: federal judges can be removed/impeached by the house of. Role of the jury: decides a verdict in a criminal trial.
