Across
- 2. Legal representative defending the accused in court. (2 words)
- 3. Monetary amount set by the court to secure a defendant’s release before trial. (1 word)
- 5. Formal accusation of a crime, presented by the prosecution. (2 words)
- 10. Disrespectful or disobedient behavior toward the court, punishable by sanctions. (3 words)
- 12. Government-appointed attorney for those who cannot afford a private lawyer. (2 words)
- 14. Imprisonment or confinement in a correctional facility. (1 word)
- 15. Panel of citizens that reviews evidence to decide whether to issue an indictment. (2 words)
- 16. Legal order requiring an individual to appear in court or produce evidence. (1 word)
- 17. Legal representative responsible for presenting the state’s case against the defendant. (1 word)
- 18. Legal protections afforded to individuals accused of a crime. (2 words)
- 19. Administrative steps where arrested individuals are officially recorded into the criminal justice system. (2 words)
- 20. Requests made by the prosecution or defense to the court before trial. (2 words)
Down
- 1. The person accused of committing a crime and facing legal proceedings. (1 word)
- 4. Formal court proceeding where the defendant is informed of charges and asked to enter a plea. (1 word)
- 6. Formal charge issued by a grand jury, indicating there’s enough evidence for a trial. (1 word)
- 7. Exchange of evidence between the prosecution and defense before trial. (2 words)
- 8. The defendant’s release from custody before trial, often with conditions. (2 words)
- 9. Court session to determine if there’s enough evidence for a trial. (2 words)
- 11. The defendant’s first court appearance where charges are presented, rights explained, and bail may be set. (2 words)
- 13. Negotiation between prosecution and defense for a plea agreement. (2 words)