Australia's Legal System

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  1. 4. Type of evidence that is allowed in court.
  2. 5. The system where two opposing parties present their case to an impartial judge or jury.
  3. 8. The stage in a trial where lawyers question witnesses.
  4. 11. A legal professional who provides legal advice and prepares cases for court.
  5. 13. The person who presents evidence against the accused in a criminal case.
  6. 14. The role in court responsible for deciding legal questions and ensuring a fair trial.
  7. 16. The obligation to prove the truth of a statement in court.
  8. 17. This legal figure represents the accused in court.
  9. 18. A temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, often under conditions.
  10. 20. A formal accusation made against a person in a criminal case.
  11. 22. The person being accused or sued in a court case.
  12. 24. The group of people responsible for delivering a verdict in a trial.
  13. 25. A judicial officer who presides over the lower courts.
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  1. 1. This type of evidence is not allowed because it may be unreliable or unfair.
  2. 2. The amount of proof needed to succeed in a civil case.
  3. 3. A legal professional who represents clients in higher courts.
  4. 6. The highest level of standard of proof in criminal cases.
  5. 7. This system involves an active judge investigating facts.
  6. 9. A type of evidence not based on a witness’s direct knowledge but rather on what others have said.
  7. 10. A formal declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense.
  8. 12. The final decision made by a judge or jury regarding the outcome of a case.
  9. 15. The person who brings a civil case against another in court.
  10. 19. The person responsible for maintaining order in the courtroom.
  11. 21. A person who gives evidence in court.
  12. 23. A process by which a higher court reviews the decision of a lower court.