Chapter 1 Notes

4. Danger arising from being on trial for a criminal offense
6. The action of seizing someone to take into custody
8. The quality of being fair and reasonable
9. The official power to make legal decisions and judgements
11. It is considered to be acceptable because it does not break any laws or rules
13. A written law passed by a legislative body
15. The part of English law that is derives from custom and judicial precedent
18. The first step in criminal proceedings where the defendant is brought in front of the court
19. Moral principles that govern a persons behavior
20. Refers to the different ways people can resolve disputes without a trial
21. Having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature

1. Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong
2. Reviews the procedures and the decisions in the trial court
3. A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement
5. The body of law that regulates the operation and procedures of government agencies
7. The temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial
10. A hearing at which the court determines whether to detain the defendant without bail
12. A body of fundamental principles
14. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another
16. Widespread in a particular area or at a particular time
17. rules and regulations