Judicial Branches!

2. the branch of government that reviews or interprets the laws. They also punish lawbreakers.
7. The government’s side in a criminal case.
8. The person or company filing the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
9. The authority of a court to be the first court to hear a case. Courts with original jurisdiction are also known as trial courts.
13. A person accused of a crime in a criminal court case or the person being served in a civil suit.
15. by the 5th (national) and the 14th (state and local) amendments.

1. The authority to interpret and administer the law. Jurisdiction determines which type of court you attend and where it is located.
3. A court case in which a person is accused of breaking a criminal law.
4. A court case involving disputes between two parties (individuals, businesses) related to money or property.
5. The right of a convicted person to ask a higher court to review his/her case.
6. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if law or presidential action follows the Constitution. This is when the judicial branch interprets the laws
10. A less serious crime. In Virginia, the most severe class of misdemeanor can result in 1 year in jail and a $2,500 fine.
11. A serious crime, such as kidnapping or murder. In Virginia, the most severe class of felony can result in life in prison or a death sentence.
12. The decision of a judge or jury
14. The Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws - especially the rights guaranteed in the 4th - 8th amendments to the Constitution.