Wrongful Convictions

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  1. 6. A legal finding or admission that a person has committed a criminal offense
  2. 7. The legal party responsible for presenting the case against an individual accused of breaking the law, often representing the state or government in criminal cases
  3. 8. The punishment imposed by a court on a person who has been convicted of a crime, which may include imprisonment, fines, or community service
  4. 11. A group of citizens selected to hear a trial and determine the verdict based on the evidence presented
  5. 12. A formal statement made by a defendant in court, declaring guilt or innocence regarding the charges
  6. 14. The unlawful killing of another person with intent or malice aforethought
  7. 16. A professional who practices law, representing and advising clients in legal matters
  8. 17. The argument, strategy, or evidence presented by a defendant and their legal team to challenge the prosecution's case
  9. 19. A formal setting where legal disputes are heard and resolved by a judge or jury
  10. 20. Legal or moral entitlements that individuals have, such as the right to a fair trial or the right to legal representation
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  1. 1. Pertaining to judges, courts, or the administration of justice within the legal system
  2. 2. A formal declaration by a court that someone is guilty of a criminal offense after a trial or plea
  3. 3. A legal judgment in which a person accused of a crime is found not guilty by a judge or jury
  4. 4. Referring to the original inhabitants of a region, often used to describe communities with deep historical ties to their land, such as the Métis people in Canada
  5. 5. A legal document ordering an individual to appear in court or produce documents or evidence as part of a legal proceeding
  6. 9. The act of clearing someone from blame or fault, particularly after being wrongfully convicted of a crime
  7. 10. A legal process where a decision made by a lower court is reviewed by a higher court to determine if there were errors in the application of the law or procedural fairness
  8. 13. A written statement sworn or affirmed to be true, often used as evidence in court
  9. 15. The formal decision made by a judge or jury on the outcome of a case, determining guilt, innocence, or liability
  10. 18. Information, objects, or testimony presented in court to support or challenge claims about facts in a case