Unit 1 Topic 3 Criminal Trial Process Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 1. The decision made by a jury or judge on the guilt or innocence of the defendant in a criminal case.
  2. 5. A temporary suspension or postponement of court proceedings to a later date.
  3. 8. A court officer responsible for maintaining order in the courtroom, assisting the judge, and ensuring the security of the court.
  4. 9. An individual, company, or institution accused of or sued for a crime or civil wrong.
  5. 11. A lawyer who specializes in representing clients in higher courts and providing expert legal opinions.
  6. 12. Hearing: A preliminary hearing in a magistrate's court to determine if there is enough evidence to commit the defendant to trial in a higher court.
  7. 15. A legal representative who brings charges against a defendant in a criminal case on behalf of the Crown.
  8. 17. Crown: Represents the state in criminal proceedings, often referred to as the prosecution or the government.
  9. 18. A set amount of money or conditions imposed by the court to ensure the defendant's appearance at future court dates while allowing them to remain free until trial.
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  1. 2. Jeopardy: A legal principle that prevents an individual from being tried twice for the same offense after an acquittal or conviction.
  2. 3. A term used to refer to a lawyer or group of lawyers representing a client in legal proceedings.
  3. 4. A legal professional who provides advice, prepares legal documents, and may represent clients in lower courts.
  4. 6. Legal arguments and evidence presented by the defendant to challenge the prosecution's case and avoid conviction.
  5. 7. An official appointed to preside over court proceedings, make rulings on legal matters, and ensure a fair trial.
  6. 10. A court proceeding in which the defendant is formally charged with a crime and asked to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty.
  7. 12. A formal declaration by a jury or judge that the defendant is guilty of the crime charged.
  8. 13. Specific defenses where the defendant admits to the act but argues they should not be held fully responsible due to circumstances like duress or insanity.
  9. 14. A group of citizens selected to hear evidence in a trial and render a verdict based on that evidence.
  10. 16. The act of keeping a defendant in custody while awaiting trial or further court action.