Module 9: Criminal Law

2. Protection against being forced to testify against oneself.
5. The process where the accused pleads guilty or not guilty to charges.
8. Prohibits use of evidence obtained illegally in court.
10. The reasonable belief that a crime has been committed.
12. A serious crime punishable by more than one year in prison.
13. Allows police to search for weapons without a warrant if suspicion exists.
15. Search conducted with the voluntary agreement of the individual.
17. Allows police to search without a warrant if evidence is clearly visible.
18. A less serious crime, often punishable by less than a year in jail.

1. A group of citizens deciding if enough evidence exists for a trial.
3. The formal examination of evidence and arguments in a criminal case.
4. Formal charge issued by a grand jury for a serious crime.
6. Permits warrantless searches during lawful traffic stops.
7. Inform suspects of their right to remain silent and have legal counsel.
9. Agreement where the defendant pleads guilty to lesser charges.
11. The level of proof required to convict in criminal cases.
14. Protects against illegal searches and seizures.
16. Request for a higher court to review and change a lower court’s decision.