The procedure during trial

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Across
  1. 2. after the sentence is imposed there is usually a period of time (30 days) during which the defendant may appeal the conviction and sentence to a higher court
  2. 6. statement. State and defense opening statements
  3. 7. nullification. when a jury decides a case contrary to the weight of evidence presented during the trial
  4. 9. failure to reach a unanimous vote either way
  5. 10. is the pronouncement of guilt or innocence
  6. 12. a group of prospective jurors assembled according to procedures established by state law
  7. 13. arguments. limited to evidence or issues brought out during the trial
  8. 14. for the prosecution. Offers evidence
Down
  1. 1. not guilty verdict
  2. 3. challenge. a dismissal of a juror for reasons that do not need to be stated and are limited in number
  3. 4. the formal pronouncement of judgment by the court or judges in the defendant's after conviction in a criminal prosecution
  4. 5. for cause. a dismissal of a juror for a specific cause and are unlimited
  5. 8. dire. A process in which prospective jurors are questioned to determine whether there are grounds for challenge
  6. 11. for the defense. Offers evidence