Criminal Law

3. A group of people who determine the facts of a case in a criminal trial
4. The type of crime where the victim has been killed, but the offender may not have completely intended the death
6. Refers to the mental state or intent of the accused. (5, 4)
7. A sanction that involves the offender paying a designated amount of money
9. Potential defence to murder, often involving a loss of control of bodily function
11. When a jury cannot reach a verdict, it is described as _______
12. Circumstances that can reduce the severity of a sentence.
13. The type of offence that is less serious and typically heard in the Magistrates' Court.
14. An act or omission that constitutes an offence and is punishable by law. (5)
15. An aim of criminal sanctions designed to prevent future crimes.

1. The responsibility for proving a case in a criminal trial
2. An order to attend court
5. A legal document that authorises police to arrest or search a person.
8. A type of criminal sanction reserved for the most serious of crimes
10. A crime that is more serious and often heard in higher courts like the Supreme Court.