Suppose, Before the Start of a Trial, the Judge Believes

question 304

Multiple Choice

Suppose, before the start of a trial, the judge believes the case should be settled by the parties, rather than go to trial. The judge may:

• A) order the parties to settle the case
• B) order the parties to appear at a pretrial settlement hearing
• C) request the parties to come to a pretrial settlement hearing
• D) request the defendant come to a pretrial settlement hearing
• E) not have a pretrial settlement hearing unless requested by both parties

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Scienter

Knowledge of wrongdoing or fraudulent intent in the violation of a law or regulation.

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False statements made knowingly, without belief in their truth, or recklessly, with intent to deceive and induce another to enter into a contract.