NC BLET PREPARING FOR COURT AND
TESTIFYING IN COURT PRACTICE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Five (5) items an officer should be aware of before the first day in court - Answer-1.
should observe 1-2 hours of court or more
2. meet the assistant district attorney assigned to court that day
3. the judge
4. as many defense attorneys as possible
5. all of the other court personnel
there are only two (2) witnesses: - Answer-the officer and the defendant.
Types of court - Answer-a) District court - Typically, infraction or misdemeanor
b) Superior court
c) Juvenile court
d) Grand jury
Preparation for Court - Answer-1. Understanding the types of courts and proceedings in
which you may appear.
2. Get a court docket in advance and locate your cases
3. Prepare, organize, and become familiar with the contents of your notes.
4. Keeping up with court dates
5. Officers may learn more about testifying by observing trials
The officer's most important attribute is a reputation for _____ - Answer-honest,
impartial, and accurate testimony
How many days is a session of juvie court? - Answer-1 day
Courtroom Demeanor - Answer-1. Make sure that your telephone or radio is turned off.
2. At all times, sit erect and avoid unprofessional mannerisms
3. While on the stand, be mindful of your hands.
4. When speaking, use correct English and grammar.
5. Know your audience.
6. Do not use police "jargon."
General purposes of direct-examination - Answer-a) To bring out the facts of the case
relevant to the party calling the witness, typically the prosecutor.
b) To establish the elements of each of the crimes charged beyond a reasonable doubt.
General purposes of cross-examination - Answer-a) To bring out the whole truth, not
just facts favorable to the prosecution.
TESTIFYING IN COURT PRACTICE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Five (5) items an officer should be aware of before the first day in court - Answer-1.
should observe 1-2 hours of court or more
2. meet the assistant district attorney assigned to court that day
3. the judge
4. as many defense attorneys as possible
5. all of the other court personnel
there are only two (2) witnesses: - Answer-the officer and the defendant.
Types of court - Answer-a) District court - Typically, infraction or misdemeanor
b) Superior court
c) Juvenile court
d) Grand jury
Preparation for Court - Answer-1. Understanding the types of courts and proceedings in
which you may appear.
2. Get a court docket in advance and locate your cases
3. Prepare, organize, and become familiar with the contents of your notes.
4. Keeping up with court dates
5. Officers may learn more about testifying by observing trials
The officer's most important attribute is a reputation for _____ - Answer-honest,
impartial, and accurate testimony
How many days is a session of juvie court? - Answer-1 day
Courtroom Demeanor - Answer-1. Make sure that your telephone or radio is turned off.
2. At all times, sit erect and avoid unprofessional mannerisms
3. While on the stand, be mindful of your hands.
4. When speaking, use correct English and grammar.
5. Know your audience.
6. Do not use police "jargon."
General purposes of direct-examination - Answer-a) To bring out the facts of the case
relevant to the party calling the witness, typically the prosecutor.
b) To establish the elements of each of the crimes charged beyond a reasonable doubt.
General purposes of cross-examination - Answer-a) To bring out the whole truth, not
just facts favorable to the prosecution.
