Across
- 2. after the sentence is imposed there is usually a period of time (30 days) during which the defendant may appeal the conviction and sentence to a higher court
- 6. statement. State and defense opening statements
- 7. nullification. when a jury decides a case contrary to the weight of evidence presented during the trial
- 9. failure to reach a unanimous vote either way
- 10. is the pronouncement of guilt or innocence
- 12. a group of prospective jurors assembled according to procedures established by state law
- 13. arguments. limited to evidence or issues brought out during the trial
- 14. for the prosecution. Offers evidence
Down
- 1. not guilty verdict
- 3. challenge. a dismissal of a juror for reasons that do not need to be stated and are limited in number
- 4. the formal pronouncement of judgment by the court or judges in the defendant's after conviction in a criminal prosecution
- 5. for cause. a dismissal of a juror for a specific cause and are unlimited
- 8. dire. A process in which prospective jurors are questioned to determine whether there are grounds for challenge
- 11. for the defense. Offers evidence