Formal Criminal Justice Process
Across
- 5. To remain in custody while awaiting trial
- 6. Formal charges are read and the case is set for trial
- 7. The prosecutor decides what crimes are supported by the evidence
- 9. An open hearing on the merits of the case
- 14. A group of people gathered to evaluate accusations against the accused behind closed doors
- 15. Gathering evidence to identify a suspect
Down
- 1. A possible guilty plea in exchange for a more lenient sentence
- 2. A monetary amount set by the judge to release the accused from jail and insure the accused shows up for trial
- 3. A suspect loses his/her liberty
- 4. Possible fines, probation, community service, incarceration
- 8. A jury or judge decides if the prosecution's evidence is sufficient beyond reasonable doubt
- 10. An offender's first contact with law enforcement
- 11. A filing where the defendant claims his/her rights were violated by error in the trial process
- 12. A suspect is detained
- 13. An offender's return to society