Information to be obtained during a first visit to court - ANSWER--Where to park the vehicle while in court?
-Where are the bathrooms and the place where other officers gather to discuss cases with DAs.
-How to get to see the District Attorney in advance about the case?
-The function of all court personnel.
-Where to sit while waiting for cases to be called for trial.
-Where to stand while summarizing the evidence in a case when the defendant pleads guilty?
-Where and how to get copies of the court docket for the day?
An officers most important attribute? - ANSWER-A reputation for honest, impartial, and accurate testimony.
Types of Court - ANSWER-District Court
Superior Court
Juvenile Court
Grand Jury
District Court - ANSWER-Typically, infraction or misdemeanor only.
A judge presides over criminal -------- court and there is no jury present.
Generally a Session is One Day
Superior Court - ANSWER-A judge presides over criminal -------- court but there is also a jury present that makes a determination as to whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty. A defendant may waive their right to a jury trial and allow the presiding judge to make the determination of whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty. A session is generally One Week and may last longer to complete a trial.
Juvenile Court - ANSWER-A judge presides over-------- court proceedings and all cases including misdemeanors and felonies are tried in this court.
A session is One Day
There are strict confidentiality rules concerning-------- matters and the dockets are not public record.
Grand Jury - ANSWER-A body of citizens who hear cases and determine whether probable cause exists that a crime has been committed and whether to issue a true bill of indictment.
An officer may be called to testify. There will be no attorneys present in the room. The officers will be expected to present the facts of a case and answer any questions.
Prepare, organize, and become familiar with the contents of your_____________. - ANSWER-Notes
Keeping up with the court dates is the responsibility of the ________________________. - ANSWER-Officer
It may be necessary to review cases with a_______________________________________ prier to trial. - ANSWER-District Attorney
While in court avoid any unnecessary or unprofessional movements such as- - ANSWER--Rubbing Nose
-Pulling Ear Lobes
-Cleaning fingernails
-Playing with keys
-Reading, unnecessary talking, etc.
-Texting or checking cell phone
-Repetitive tapping of fingernails or feet