Question

Which of the following is not a true statement about criminal cases?

A.
In a criminal case, the victim must pay for their own attorney.
B.
The objective of a criminal case is punishment.
C.
A criminal can be charged with the following two types of offenses: misdemeanors or felonies.
D.
In naming a criminal case, it is always Society v. Defendant

Answer 1

One of the statements that is not true about criminal cases is:

A. In a criminal case, the victim must pay for their own attorney.

This statement is incorrect because in a criminal case, it is not the responsibility of the victim to pay for their attorney. The victim's role in a criminal case is typically that of a witness, and their legal representation, if necessary, is often provided by the state or government through victim advocacy programs or other legal assistance programs. On the other hand, the defendant has the right to an attorney, and if they cannot afford one, the court may appoint a lawyer to represent them.