Across
- 4. The accused person's reply to the court that he or she committed the alleged offense, but the presence of a mental illness which caused a lack of awareness that the behavior was inappropriate.
- 5. The finding of a jury or judge that a person is guilty of a crime as charged.
- 7. An offense less serious than a felony, punishable by a fine, probation or jail time under a year.
- 11. represents society and attempts to demonstrate that allegations against a defendant are true.
- 12. The act of involuntarily placing an adult defendant in a secure facility due to incompetence to proceed or insanity and the need for care due to dangerousness or self-neglect.
- 14. The defendant's reply to the court that he or she is not contesting or challenging a charge. Courts usually accept the plea of no contest as an admission of guilt.
- 16. The finding of a judge or jury in a trial. Findings consist of not guilty, guilty, or not guilty by reason of insanity.
- 17. Facts helpful in forming a conclusion or judgment.
- 18. A person sworn under oath to provide information relevant to a case.
- 20. A group of people from the community who hear evidence at a trial and decide a verdict of guilt or innocence.
- 21. A professional who gives legal advice and assistance to clients, and represents them in legal matters.
- 22. A decision from a judge or a jury that a defendant committed a crime beyond a reasonable doubt.
- 24. The court adjudges that a defendant is not responsible for a crime as charged.
- 26. The decision of a court that the accused person committed the alleged offense because a mental illness, or defect caused a lack of awareness that the behavior was inappropriate. This verdict is considered an acquittal, but the court retains jurisdiction over the person and may commit he or she to a mental health treatment facility.
Down
- 1. An agreement in which a defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge and the prosecutor in return drops more serious charges, amends the initial charge to a lesser offense, or reduces the length of incarceration sought.
- 2. The act of a defendant admitting responsibility for a crime.
- 3. Is the deliberate or willful giving of false, misleading, or incomplete testimony while under oath.
- 6. The detainment of a person in a jail or correctional facility.
- 8. To give statements under oath.
- 9. A defendant incapable of effectively helping in his or her defense
- 10. Open disrespect or willful disobedience of the authority of a court of law. This includes being loud and disruptive in the courtroom.
- 13. The reply of an accused person to a criminal charge or indictment.
- 15. An act committed or omitted in violation of a law forbidding or commanding it.
- 19. A defendant's reply to a charge that he or she is not responsible or guilty.
- 23. Represents the defendant or accused person.
- 25. A legal proceeding to examine evidence and render judgment.