Texas Code Of Criminal Procedure! Trivia Quiz

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Texas Code Of Criminal Procedure! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

Below is a Texas code of criminal procedure trivia quiz that is designed to test out just how well one understands the steps taken by the state when one has been charged with a crime. It is important for every citizen to know the procedures that a law enforcer should take. Test out what you know about the procedures by taking the quiz below.

Questions and Answers

1.

Subsection (46-b) added to define (Federal Special Investigator) as a person defined by the Code of Criminal Procedure under article 2.122
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because subsection (46-b) was added to define "Federal Special Investigator" as a person defined by the Code of Criminal Procedure under article 2.122. This means that according to the law, a Federal Special Investigator is now officially recognized and defined under this specific subsection.

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22.021 Aggravated Sexual Assault SB 24 amends the aggravating factors to include placing the victim in fear that someone will become the victim of certain human trafficking offenses or threatening to cause someone to become a victim of human trafficking offenses.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
SB 24 is an amendment that adds to the aggravating factors for Aggravated Sexual Assault. It includes the act of placing the victim in fear that someone will become a victim of certain human trafficking offenses or threatening to cause someone to become a victim of human trafficking offenses. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct as SB 24 does amend the aggravating factors for Aggravated Sexual Assault in this way.

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PC 32.53 is now titled "Exploitation of child, elderly individual or disabled individual."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement is true. PC 32.53 is now titled "Exploitation of child, elderly individual or disabled individual." This means that the law now recognizes and addresses the exploitation of children, elderly individuals, and disabled individuals as a criminal offense. Exploitation refers to the act of taking advantage of someone's vulnerability or dependence for personal gain, which is a serious offense. By titling PC 32.53 in this way, it highlights the importance of protecting and advocating for the rights and well-being of these vulnerable populations.

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46.05 SB 1416 Prohibited Weapons: Now adds tire deflation device to the list of prohibited weapons. Possession, manufacture, transportation, repair or sale of a tire deflation device State Jail Felony.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement is true. SB 1416 prohibits the possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of a tire deflation device, making it a State Jail Felony. This means that possessing, making, transporting, repairing, or selling a tire deflation device is illegal and can result in severe penalties.

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The purpose of Art. 38.20 of the CCP was to reduce erroneous eyewitness identifications and to enhance objectivity and reliability.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Art. 38.20 of the CCP refers to the use of expert testimony regarding eyewitness identification in criminal cases. The purpose of this article is indeed to reduce erroneous eyewitness identifications and enhance objectivity and reliability. By allowing expert testimony, the legal system aims to educate the jury about the potential flaws and biases in eyewitness identifications, thereby reducing the likelihood of wrongful convictions based solely on such evidence. This helps to ensure a fairer and more accurate assessment of guilt or innocence in criminal cases.

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Texas Code Of Criminal Procedure! Trivia Quiz

Subsection (46-b) added to define (Federal Special Investigator) as a person defined by the Code of Criminal Procedure under article 2.122

22.021 Aggravated Sexual Assault SB 24 amends the aggravating factors to include placing the victim in fear that someone will become the victim of certain human trafficking offenses or threatening to cause someone to become a victim of human trafficking offenses.

PC 32.53 is now titled "Exploitation of child, elderly individual or disabled individual."

46.05 SB 1416 Prohibited Weapons: Now adds tire deflation device to the list of prohibited weapons. Possession, manufacture, transportation, repair or sale of a tire deflation device State Jail Felony.

The purpose of Art. 38.20 of the CCP was to reduce erroneous eyewitness identifications and to enhance objectivity and reliability.