Formal Criminal Justice Process

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