Across
- 3. The decision of a judge or jury.
- 5. A court case involving disputes between two parties (individuals, businesses) related to money or property.
- 8. Case A court case in which a person is accused of breaking a criminal law
- 9. The government’s side in a criminal case.
Down
- 1. Branch The branch of government that reviews or interprets the laws. They also punish lawbreakers.
- 2. Jurisdiction Appellate courts review procedures and decisions from trial courts (district courts) to ensure the law was applied correctly.
- 4. The person or company filing the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- 6. The right of a convicted person to ask a higher court to review his/her case.
- 7. Warrant An authorization by a court for police to make an arrest.