Across
- 5. The opinion issued by judges who disagree with the decision in a case. (399)
- 6. A group of citizens who hear evidence during a trial & provide a verdict.
- 8. A formal charge of criminal action by a grand jury. (395)
- 9. The type of trial court that hears cases in which one individual or group thinks another has done them harm. (391)
- 10. An agreement whereby a defendant pleads guilty to receive a lighter sentence. (394)
- 11. The number of members on the US Supreme Court.
Down
- 1. The power of the Judicial Branch to keep the President & Congress in check.
- 2. An opinion that is unbiased. (389)
- 3. The individual who a criminal or civil case is brought against in court.
- 4. The type of trial court that hears cases such as burglary, murder, & DUI. (390)
- 7. A federal law written by the legislative branch. (403)