Gunsmoke County Bar Exam

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1.

How many minutes must a convicted person be given before execution for a high crime?
- A.
  
  15
- B.
  
  30
- C.
  
  45
- D.
  
  60
Correct Answer
C. 45

Explanation
*##*That's correct! A person should be held for at least a period of 45 minutes before execution procedure begins, unless the convictee requests it to happen before then, in which case the prosecuting sheriff should make every attempt to do so.*##*That is incorrect. You can find all the answers to these questions on the Crime & Punishment page of the website.

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2.

The only acceptable methods of execution in GunSmoke County are ________ and ________.

Correct Answer
hanging,shooting
hanging,shooting

Explanation
The correct answer is hanging and shooting. In GunSmoke County, the only acceptable methods of execution are hanging and shooting. This means that when someone is sentenced to death in this county, they can be executed either by hanging or by shooting. The repetition of hanging and shooting in the answer suggests that both methods are equally acceptable and commonly used in GunSmoke County for carrying out executions.

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3.

Select all the HIGH crimes that carry a sentence of perma-death execution.
- A.
  
  Burglary
- B.
  
  Attempted Murder
- C.
  
  Kidnapping
- D.
  
  Bank Robbery
- E.
  
  Impersonating a Sheriff
Correct Answer(s)
B. Attempted Murder
D. Bank Robbery
E. Impersonating a Sheriff

Explanation
The crimes of Attempted Murder, Bank Robbery, and Impersonating a Sheriff are considered high crimes that carry a sentence of perma-death execution. Burglary and Kidnapping, although serious offenses, do not carry the same severe punishment of perma-death execution.

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4.

The prosecution may call up to 5 witnesses to give testimony during a high crime trial.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is false because there is no specific limit on the number of witnesses the prosecution can call during a high crime trial. The number of witnesses called can vary depending on the complexity of the case, the availability of witnesses, and the discretion of the prosecution. Therefore, the prosecution may call more or fewer than 5 witnesses during a high crime trial.

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5.

A judge suspects a witness has been threatened into giving false testimony; calling a mistrial and discarding the witness testimony is a suitable course of action.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In this scenario, if a judge suspects that a witness has been threatened into giving false testimony, calling a mistrial and discarding the witness testimony is a suitable course of action. This is because the integrity and fairness of the trial are paramount, and if there are concerns about the witness's credibility due to external influences, it is necessary to ensure a just outcome. By declaring a mistrial and disregarding the witness's testimony, the judge can prevent any potential injustice and allow for a fair trial to take place.

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6.

What information must be documented in the court records after each trial? Select all that apply.
- A.
  
  Date & time of trial in GS standard time (MT)
- B.
  
  Name of Accused
- C.
  
  Name of Presiding Judge or JotP
- D.
  
  Name of Prosecuting Sheriff
- E.
  
  Charges
- F.
  
  Verdict
- G.
  
  Sentence
- H.
  
  Any notes such as whether a mistrial was called for or any unusual occurrences.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Date & time of trial in GS standard time (MT)
B. Name of Accused
C. Name of Presiding Judge or JotP
D. Name of Prosecuting Sheriff
E. Charges
F. Verdict
G. Sentence
H. Any notes such as whether a mistrial was called for or any unusual occurrences.

Explanation
The court records must document the date and time of the trial in GS standard time (MT), the name of the accused, the name of the presiding judge or JotP, the name of the prosecuting sheriff, the charges, the verdict, the sentence, and any notes such as whether a mistrial was called for or any unusual occurrences.

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7.

In the case of a mistrial by judge or JotP incompetency the accused person should be consulted to set a new trial date within ________ real time days.

Correct Answer(s)
2,two

Explanation
In the case of a mistrial by judge or JotP incompetency, the accused person should be consulted to set a new trial date within two real-time days. This means that if there is a mistrial or if the judge or JotP is found to be incompetent, the accused person has the right to be involved in determining a new trial date within a short period of time, specifically two days. This ensures that the accused person's rights are protected and that the legal process continues in a fair and timely manner.

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It becomes apparent the prosecution does not have sufficient proof to convict the accused of one of the crimes they've been charged with. It is listed as a charge in the IC trial announcement. Can the charge be 'put to one side' to be dealt with at a future trial?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
The question asks whether a charge can be "put to one side" to be dealt with at a future trial if the prosecution does not have sufficient proof to convict the accused of that particular crime. The correct answer is "No" because once a charge is listed in the trial announcement, it cannot be simply set aside for a future trial. Each charge must be addressed and dealt with in the current trial, regardless of the strength of the prosecution's evidence.

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9.

Which parties can call for a mistrial?
- A.
  
  The presiding judge or JotP
- B.
  
  Non presiding judges or JotPs
- C.
  
  The defence attorney
- D.
  
  The accused
Correct Answer(s)
A. The presiding judge or JotP
B. Non presiding judges or JotPs

Explanation
The correct answer is that both the presiding judge and non-presiding judges, also known as Judges other than the Presiding judge (JotPs), can call for a mistrial. A mistrial is declared when there is a significant error or misconduct during a trial that could potentially affect the outcome of the case. The presiding judge, who oversees the trial proceedings, has the authority to declare a mistrial if they believe it is necessary. Additionally, the non-presiding judges, who are also responsible for ensuring a fair trial, can also call for a mistrial if they perceive any irregularities or unfairness in the proceedings.

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10.

Your client, Mr Samuels, is blacksmith of good standing in the community who also happens to be on trial for cattle rustling. You know Mr Samuels is innocent because:
- A.
  
  Mr Samuels is a nice guy who would never steal anything.
- B.
  
  Mr Samuels is a blacksmith and is therefore unable to use a lasso.
Correct Answer
B. Mr Samuels is a blacksmith and is therefore unable to use a lasso.

Gunsmoke County Bar Exam

How many minutes must a convicted person be given before execution for a high crime?

The only acceptable methods of execution in GunSmoke County are ________ and ________.

Select all the HIGH crimes that carry a sentence of perma-death execution.

The prosecution may call up to 5 witnesses to give testimony during a high crime trial.

A judge suspects a witness has been threatened into giving false testimony; calling a mistrial and discarding the witness testimony is a suitable course of action.

What information must be documented in the court records after each trial? Select all that apply.

In the case of a mistrial by judge or JotP incompetency the accused person should be consulted to set a new trial date within ________ real time days.

It becomes apparent the prosecution does not have sufficient proof to convict the accused of one of the crimes they've been charged with. It is listed as a charge in the IC trial announcement. Can the charge be 'put to one side' to be dealt with at a future trial?

Which parties can call for a mistrial?

Your client, Mr Samuels, is blacksmith of good standing in the community who also happens to be on trial for cattle rustling. You know Mr Samuels is innocent because:

The only acceptable methods of execution in GunSmoke County are and .