Arraignment 2
Across
- 5. Defendant choosing to represent themselves in court. (2 words)
- 7. Serious criminal offense often punishable by imprisonment for more than a year. (1 word)
- 8. Defense claiming the accused was elsewhere at the time of the crime. (1 word)
- 11. Guidelines given by the judge to the jury for reaching a verdict. (2 words)
- 13. The defendant’s first court appearance where charges are presented, rights explained, and bail may be set. (2 words)
- 18. Circumstances that may reduce the severity of a sentence. (2 words)
- 19. A bond provided by a third party ensuring the defendant’s appearance in court. (2 words)
- 20. Government-appointed attorney for those who cannot afford a private lawyer. (2 words)
Down
- 1. Protection against being tried twice for the same offense. (2 words)
- 2. Legal representative defending the accused in court. (2 words)
- 3. Legal proceeding where evidence or arguments are presented to the court. (1 word)
- 4. Court session to determine if there’s enough evidence for a trial. (2 words)
- 6. The defendant admits guilt but raises additional facts or defenses. (2 words)
- 9. Questioning of a witness by the opposing party’s attorney. (2 words)
- 10. Lesser criminal offense usually punishable by fines or short-term imprisonment. (1 word)
- 12. Compensation or repayment to the victim for losses suffered due to the crime. (1 word)
- 14. Disrespectful or disobedient behavior toward the court, punishable by sanctions. (3 words)
- 15. Legal process of surrendering an accused individual to another jurisdiction. (1 word)
- 16. Requirements imposed on a defendant as a condition of bail. (2 words)
- 17. Monetary amount set by the court to secure a defendant’s release before trial. (1 word)