Across
- 1. Defendant’s first court appearance, informed of charges and rights. (2 words)
- 4. Legal procedure for exchanging evidence between parties. (2 words)
- 7. Reasonable belief a crime has been committed, justifying legal action. (2 words)
- 9. Jury review of evidence to decide on indictments. (3 words)
- 11. Court session to determine bail conditions for release. (2 words)
- 12. Systematic rules governing legal processes in criminal cases. (2 words)
- 15. Requests to the court before trial to shape the case. (2 words)
- 17. Court order authorizing the arrest of an individual. (2 words)
- 19. Court session to determine if there’s enough evidence for a trial. (2 words)
- 20. Formal charge issued by a grand jury, indicating enough evidence for trial. (1 word)
Down
- 2. Questioning of witnesses by the opposing party. (2 words)
- 3. Recording personal information and charges after arrest. (2 words)
- 5. Legal authorization to search a specific location for evidence. (2 words)
- 6. Initial statements by attorneys outlining their case. (2 words)
- 8. Final statements by attorneys summarizing their case. (2 words)
- 10. Process of choosing individuals to serve on a jury. (2 words)
- 13. Defendant’s court appearance to enter a plea. (1 word)
- 14. Questioning of witnesses by the party that called them. (2 words)
- 16. Legal proceeding where evidence is presented to determine guilt or innocence. (1 word)
- 18. Legal rights read to a person in custody, including the right to remain silent. (2 words)