Across
- 7. Information, objects, or facts used to prove what happened.
- 10. Doubt If the jury is not sure the defendant is guilty, they must find them not guilty.
- 12. A person who saw or knows something about the event and tells the court.
- 13. The small hammer the judge uses to call order in the court.
- 14. The final decision made by the jury (guilty or not guilty).
- 15. The person who is accused of a crime (Johnny Cade in this case).
- 17. A lawyer’s statement to the judge when they think something unfair is happening.
- 19. Argument A speech at the end of the trial that summarizes each side’s case.
- 20. A group of people who listen to the case and decide the verdict.
Down
- 1. To question a witness from the opposing side.
- 2. The side trying to prove the defendant is guilty.
- 3. of Proof The responsibility of the prosecution to prove the defendant is guilty.
- 4. Accidentally killing someone without planning to do so.
- 5. The side arguing that the defendant is not guilty.
- 6. The act of protecting oneself from harm, often used as a legal defense.
- 8. The jury’s discussion to decide the verdict.
- 9. (2 words) When a lawyer asks questions to challenge a witness’s story.
- 11. Statement A speech at the beginning of the trial where each side explains their argument.
- 16. A statement or story given by a witness in court.
- 18. The person in charge of the trial who makes sure the rules are followed.