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In order to be prosecuted, a case requires that the prosecutor is able to present:

A) a confession.
B) proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
C) proof of probable cause.
D) motive, means, and opportunity.

E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

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Police officers are generally witnesses for the .

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How can an officer avoid objections to his or her testimony in court?

Discuss the Brady rule and how it relates to evidence in a criminal trial.

The text details eight guidelines for effective testimony in court, the first of which is to "speak clearly, firmly, and with expression." List the other seven guidelines for effective testimony.

_______________ communication, such as saying hello or giving directions, is permissible while waiting to testify.

When officers are finished testifying, they should:

At the pretrial conference with the prosecutor, investigators should do all EXCEPT which one of the following?

Which of the following is contained in a final report?

To avoid objections to an officer's testimony, he or she should avoid drawing and making nonresponsive answers.

What type of evidence tends to show innocence of the accused and must be disclosed?

Videotaped testimony is never allowed, so trials must be postponed until all witnesses are able to appear in court.

The purposes of an investigator having a pretrial conference with the prosecutor include:

If the defense claims that your testimony does not agree with that of other officers, you should amend your testimony to eliminate possible jury perceptions of a disorganized and ineffective police department.

The Brady rule grew out of a landmark Supreme Court case that relates to the:

What mitigating circumstances might explain a case that is ultimately not prosecuted?

The main goal for an officer who testifies is to establish _______________.

The most important rule for eradicating fear of testifying in court is to always:

Phrases such as "I believe" or "to the best of my recollection" may leave a negative impression on the jury.

What are the four strategies suggested in the text for excelling as a witness?