FORENSIC AND INVESTIGATIVE ACCOUNTING CH-18 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

Most fraud cases are tried in federal courts. CORRECT ANSWER False State courts hear bankruptcy cases. CORRECT ANSWER False Civil cases must consist of a jury of at least six jurors. CORRECT ANSWER True The prosecution usually prefers to present evidence at a grand jury because the accused does not have the right to hear the evidence. CORRECT ANSWER 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. CORRECT ANSWER True The burden of proof necessary to prove a defendant is guilty in a criminal trial is significantly greater than in a civil trial. CORRECT ANSWER True To be successful, the plaintiff in a civil case must prove his or her case beyond a reasonable doubt. CORRECT ANSWER False 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. CORRECT ANSWER True