ACFE CFE-Law - Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Law

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to criminal, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.

The correct answer is A: True.

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to civil, the question asks about civil lawsuits in most jurisdictions is CORRECT, CORRECT.

The correct answer is B: Civil lawsuits begin with the filing of a pleading, usually in the jurisdiction in which the defendant resides or where the claim arose.

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to civil, the question asks about BEST.

The correct answer is C: Injunction.

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 3.

In the context of Bankruptcy Fraud, specifically relating to bankruptcy, trustee, bustout, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.

The correct answer is D: Purchases large quantities of goods on credit.

This question focuses on bankruptcy fraud concepts. The correct answer correctly identifies the relevant bankruptcy process, filing type, or fraud scheme. Understanding bankruptcy proceedings and the roles of various parties is essential for fraud examiners investigating these cases.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to criminal, the question asks about MOST ACCURATE, how criminal bargaining agreements are typically handled in jurisdictions where such agreements are allowed.

The correct answer is A: The defense generally has the discretion to decide whether to settle charges with a bargaining agreement..

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 1.

In the context of Overview of the Legal System, specifically relating to criminal, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.

The correct answer is B: As part of her sentence for bribery a defendant is ordered to transfer a car she received as a bribe to the government.

This question relates to the legal system framework. Understanding the distinction between different legal systems and processes is crucial for fraud examiners. The correct answer accurately describes the relationship between different legal entities and their jurisdictions.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 3.

In the context of Bankruptcy Fraud, specifically relating to bankruptcy, the question asks about BEST.

The correct answer is B: Liquidation bankruptcy.

This question focuses on bankruptcy fraud concepts. The correct answer correctly identifies the relevant bankruptcy process, filing type, or fraud scheme. Understanding bankruptcy proceedings and the roles of various parties is essential for fraud examiners investigating these cases.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 7.

In the context of Individual Rights During Examinations, specifically relating to employee, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.

The correct answer is A: True.

This question relates to individual rights during examinations. The correct answer accurately describes the legal protections, obligations, or privacy considerations that apply in workplace investigations. Fraud examiners must balance investigative needs with legal protections for individuals.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 6.

In the context of Tax Fraud, specifically relating to tax avoidance, tax evasion, the question asks about EXCEPT.

The correct answer is B: Death of the taxpayer.

This question focuses on tax fraud concepts. The correct answer distinguishes between legal tax avoidance and illegal tax evasion, or identifies specific tax evasion schemes. Tax fraud investigations require specialized knowledge of tax laws and common evasion techniques.

This question tests your knowledge of Domain 3.

In the context of Bankruptcy Fraud, specifically relating to bankruptcy, the question asks about the core concepts in this area.

The correct answer is B: Exclusive control of the proceeding is entrusted to an independent insolvency representative..

This question focuses on bankruptcy fraud concepts. The correct answer correctly identifies the relevant bankruptcy process, filing type, or fraud scheme. Understanding bankruptcy proceedings and the roles of various parties is essential for fraud examiners investigating these cases.