Professional Conduct Code Quiz

15 Questions | By Conductcourt | Last updated: Mar 19, 2022 | Total Attempts: 325

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When prompted for your name, please enter your First Name, Last Name, Email Address, and your class (e. G. ,TRiP FrEeMaN, [email protected] Edu, 3L). The quiz consists of 15 questions. You may refer to the Professional Conduct Code in determining your answers. Good luck!

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1.

Who of the following may NOT defend an accused student before the Professional Conduct Court?
- A.
  
  The Accused Student
- B.
  
  A Private Attorney
- C.
  
  The Professional Conduct Court's Public Defender
- D.
  
  Any Law Student Selected by the Accused
2.

If a student mistakenly forgets to sign the written pledge of the Professional Conduct Code, that student is not subject to the rules of the Code.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.
3.

If a student in his/her final semester is accused of a Professional Conduct Code violation, his/her diploma will be withheld pending the resolution of their case.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.
4.

What are the four core values that characterize and animate the Emory Law School?
- A.
  
  Excellence, Honesty, Respect, Service
- B.
  
  Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Service
- C.
  
  Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Pride
- D.
  
  Excellence, Self-governance, Respect, Service
5.

The Professional Conduct Code also covers intentional violations of the administrative policies of:
- A.
  
  Moot Court and Law Journals
- B.
  
  Career Services
- C.
  
  The Law Library
- D.
  
  All of the Above
6.

Can the hearing for a violation of the Professional Conduct Code be deferred until the next semester?
- A.
  
  Yes, but only if the offense occurred, or was discovered, any time within 7 days of the beginning of the examination period.
- B.
  
  Yes, but only if the offense occurred, or was discovered, any time within 14 days of the beginning of the examination period.
- C.
  
  Yes, but only if the offense occurred, or was discovered, any time within 30 days of the beginning of the examination period.
- D.
  
  In no cases will a hearing be deferred.
7.

How are "minor offenses" that do not rise to the level of professional misconduct handled?
- A.
  
  An informal hearing before the Professional Conduct Court
- B.
  
  "Minor offenses" that do not rise to the level of professional misconduct are not under the jurisdiction of The Professional Conduct Code.
- C.
  
  The faculty member or senior staff person sanctioning the conduct will notify the Dean of Students of the "minor offense"
- D.
  
  The "default rule" is that the student will be given a written warning that is also placed in the student's Academic File
8.

During Student A's torts class, the professor recommended a horn book as particularly helpful tool in studying for the exam. Immediately after class, Student A rushed to the library to get the book. Finding only one copy, Student A checked out the book. A few days later, Student A read the relevant portion of the book, but did not find it helpful. However, realizing that she was graded on a curve, and currently possessed knowledge not known to others, she decided to keep the book, and continued to renew it until after exams.
- A.
  
  Student A is not in violation of the Code because the professor did not prohibit checking out the horn book repeatedly.
- B.
  
  Student A is in violation of the Code because her acts constitute hiding library property
- C.
  
  Student A is not in violation of the Code because the horn book was not particularly helpful for the class.
- D.
  
  Student A is not in violation of the Code because the horn book could have been obtained from other libraries or book stores.
9.

Students have an obligation to report any known violations of the Professional Conduct Code to the Dean of Students.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.
10.

A decision of the Professional Conduct Court may be appealed.
- A.
  
  True, but only if the accused notifies the Dean in writing within 10 calendar days from the date of the hearing.
- B.
  
  True, but only if the accused notifies the Dean in writing within 15 calendar days from the date of the hearing.
- C.
  
  True, but only if the accused notifies the Dean in writing within 30 calendar days from the date of the hearing.
- D.
  
  False.
11.

Violation of a law of the United States or any State can constitute "unlawful conduct" under the Professional Conduct Code.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.
12.

The Jurisdiction of the Professional Conduct Code extends to all students doing work under the aegis of the law school. This includes full-time and part-time students in degree courses in any division of the university and special students such as visiting and transient students.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.
13.

What is the burden of proof required for a conviction at a hearing before the Professional Conduct Court?
- A.
  
  Strict Liability
- B.
  
  Preponderance of Evidence
- C.
  
  Clear and Convincing Evidence
- D.
  
  Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
14.

All proceedings before the Professional Conduct Court, except summary sanctions, are deemed confidential, unless:
- A.
  
  The accused speaks to a potential witness about the allegation in preparing his/her defense.
- B.
  
  The accused speaks with student defense counsel about the allegation in preparing his/her defense.
- C.
  
  The accused discusses his/her situation with a parent or guardian.
- D.
  
  None of the above.
15.

An accused student may avoid a hearing before the Professional Conduct Court through a timely negotiated resolution with the complaining party and the prosecutor.
- A.
  
  True.
- B.
  
  False.