Law and order
Across
- 3. Someone who has unlawfully killed another person with intent or premeditation.
- 7. The criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property.
- 8. The room in which legal proceedings take place, typically with a judge, lawyers, witnesses, and jurors.
- 9. A small hammer used by a judge to signal the beginning or end of a court session, or to bring order to proceedings.
- 11. A person who has committed a crime, typically defined by law.
- 12. Something that prevents or discourages someone from doing something.
Down
- 1. The legal team representing the accused, responsible for presenting evidence and arguments in their favor.
- 2. The process of examining evidence, gathering information, and analyzing facts to uncover the truth, typically done by law enforcement.
- 4. The unlawful seizure of a vehicle, especially an aircraft, by force or threat of force, often for political or criminal purposes.
- 5. An officer of the court who helps maintain order and security, and may serve legal documents.
- 6. A lawyer who represents the government in criminal proceedings, responsible for presenting evidence against the accused.
- 10. To charge someone with wrongdoing or a crime, typically based on evidence or suspicion.