Trials
Across
- 3. A jury that is unable to reach a unanimous verdict, resulting in a mistrial and potentially requiring a new trial with a different jury (4;4)
- 7. A decision or judgment made by a judge or court regarding a legal matter, typically based on interpretation of the law and evidence presented (6)
- 8. To give sworn evidence or testimony under oath in court, typically as a witness to events or facts relevant to the case (7)
- 9. A legal dispute or controversy between parties brought before a court for resolution (4)
- 10. A person who testifies under oath in court about what they have seen, heard, or otherwise know related to the case (7)
- 11. Rules and regulations established by a governing authority that are enforceable through legal mechanisms, aimed at governing behavior and maintaining order within society (3)
- 13. Decision or judgment that is formed or supported by everyone in a group (9)
- 15. A room in which legal proceedings, such as trials or hearings, take place, presided over by a judge (9)
- 16. The formal decision or finding made by a jury or judge at the conclusion of a trial, determining the guilt or liability of the defendant in a criminal or civil case (7)
Down
- 1. A public official appointed or elected to preside over legal proceedings, interpret and apply the law, and ensure fair treatment of all parties (5)
- 2. A legal representative of the government who brings criminal charges against a defendant and presents the case in court (10)
- 4. A group of impartial individuals selected to hear evidence and render a verdict in a trial based on the facts presented and the applicable law (4)
- 5. The process by which a jury discusses the evidence presented during a trial and reaches a decision or verdict (12)
- 6. Legal representatives hired or appointed to defend the accused in a criminal trial or represent a party in a civil trial (7;6)
- 12. Information presented in court to prove or disprove facts relevant to the case, which may include testimony, documents, physical objects, or expert opinions (8)
- 14. The reason or cause that prompts a person to act in a certain way, particularly relevant in criminal cases to establish intent (6)