People v. Cruz, 162 Ill.2d 314 (1994). Episode 225 (Duration 12:09)

These threshold questions can end the analysis before it really begins.

Two itty-bitty questions can short-circuit the process if you remember to ask them!

People v. Cruz, 162 Ill. 2d 314 (1994) is an oldie but a goodie.
Know this one and you'll cure many trial headaches.