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MBE Civil Procedure: Appeals & Preclusion Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Appeals & Preclusion, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is the deadline to file a notice of appeal?
0:43 -- Which courts can hear appeals from the district courts?
2:17 -- What interlocutory orders are appealable as a matter of right?
2:45 -- Can a district court order an interlocutory appeal?

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MBE Criminal Procedure: Trial Rights Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Trial Rights, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:01 -- Are witnesses entitled to Miranda warnings in a grand jury proceeding?
1:43 -- Does D have a right to present evidence or confront witnesses in a grand jury proceeding?
2:11 -- What rights does a witness have in a grand jury proceeding?
2:57 -- Can a grand jury hear evidence that would be inadmissible at trial?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Procedure: Right to Counsel Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Right to Counsel, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:40 -- When does a suspect have a right to counsel for a lineup or showup?
1:52 -- What is the remedy when a post-charge, in-person lineup occurs without counsel present?
2:22 -- When do pre-trial identification procedures violate due process?
3:12 -- What are examples of impermissibly suggestive lineups?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Procedure: Confessions Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Confessions, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is protected by the 5th Amendment?
0:46 -- Under the 5th Amendment, what is considered a compelled statement?
2:02 -- Is testimonial evidence found pursuant to a lawful search admissible?
2:15 -- Can the government compel production of testimonial documents (e.g. journals)?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Procedure: Arrests Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Arrests, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:52 -- What are 4 key questions you should ask when approaching a 4th Amendment question?
1:27 -- When will actions by a private individual trigger the 4th Amendment?
3:34 -- Does an illegal arrest prevent the government from prosecuting D?
4:00 -- When can the police stop an automobile?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Procedure: 8th Amendment Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: 8th Amendment, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:17 -- What is the 8th Amendment?
0:36 -- Does the 8th Amendment apply to states?
1:24 -- Does applying a harsher sentence to a repeat offender violate the 8th Amendment?
1:47 -- Can D be incarcerated solely for his inability to pay a fine?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Law: Property Crimes Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Property Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What intent is required for theft offenses?
2:44 -- Can you be guilty of larceny if you are in lawful possession of the object at the time of taking?
3:38 -- How does the MPC treat lost and mislaid property?
4:17 -- What are the elements of larceny by trick?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Law: Other Crimes Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Other Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:13 -- What circumstances elevate a misdemeanor battery to aggravated battery?
2:41 -- When does V have reasonable apprehension of imminent harm?
3:02 -- Differentiate between battery and assault
3:26 -- Do verbal threats constitute assault?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Law: Inchoate Crimes Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Inchoate Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:35 -- What is the mens rea for attempt?
1:14 -- Can you be charged with attempt for strict liability crimes or crimes that have a mens rea of recklessness or negligence?
2:51 -- Under the MPC, what is the substantial step test?
3:13 -- Does mere preparation qualify as a substantial step?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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MBE Criminal Law: Homicide Mar 26, 2020

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Homicide, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:35 -- What is the actus reus and mens rea for common law murders?
1:14 -- How is malice established?
2:51 -- What are the elements of felony murder?
3:13 -- What are inherently dangerous felonies?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Best of luck on your studies!

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