Across
- 2. The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if law or presidential action follows the Constitution.
- 3. The Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws.
- 5. A serious crime, such as kidnapping or murder. In Virginia, the most severe class of felony can result in life in prison or a death sentence.
- 6. A less serious crime. In Virginia, the most severe class of misdemeanor can result in 1 year in jail and a $2,500 fine.
- 7. The person or company filing the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- 9. The authority to interpret and administer the law.
- 11. The decision of a judge or jury.
- 12. A court case in which a person is accused of breaking a criminal law.
Down
- 1. A person accused of a crime in a criminal court case or the person being served in a civil suit.
- 4. The government’s side in a criminal case.
- 8. A court case involving disputes between two parties related to money or property.
- 10. The branch of government that reviews or interprets the laws.