COMPETENCY EDUCATION

4. A group of people selected to hear evidence in a court case and deliver a verdict.
5. An officer of the court responsible for maintaining order during court sessions and managing jurors.
9. A person who is accused or charged with a crime in a court of law.
10. A defendant's formal response to a criminal charge, such as guilty, not guilty, or no contest.
13. The mental ability of a defendant to understand the proceedings and participate in their defense.
15. An official accusation made against someone, alleging they have committed a crime.
16. A person who has suffered harm or injury as a result of a crime.
18. An act that is illegal and punishable by law

1. A legal finding that a defendant has committed the crime they were accused of.
2. The official in a courtroom responsible for overseeing legal proceedings and making decisions.
3. A legal status where a person convicted of a crime serves their sentence under supervision, instead of in prison.
6. A monetary penalty imposed as punishment for a crime
7. guilty, A legal finding that the defendant has not committed the crime they were accused of.
8. The act of returning something to its original state
10. A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases and is responsible for presenting evidence to prove the defendant's guilt.
11. Evidence or testimony that establishes the truth of a claim or accusation.
12. ATTORNEY, A lawyer representing the defendant in a criminal trial, tasked with protecting the defendant's rights.
14. DEFENDER, A lawyer appointed by the state to represent individuals who cannot afford a private attorney.
17. A person who provides testimony in court, usually based on their observations or knowledge related to the case.