Judges & Lawyers
_____ is the attorney who is against you
District Attorney/ Prosecutor
The people who listen to the testimony and evidence and make a decision about whether the person is guilty or not
Jury
Why do people stand up in court when the judge comes in or goes out?
To show respect
How many jurors must agree to convict a defendant in a felony criminal case?
12; unanimous verdict
This attorney represents the people or the state
District Attorney
All judges have been this for at least 10 years
Attorney
This type of evidence involves weapons, documents, fingerprints, or anything tangible
Physical Evidence
(True or False) When in court, make sure your cell phone is turned off.
True
Hung Jury
This Sherriff makes sure that everyone is safe in the court
Bailiff
What graduate schools have judges & lawyers attended?
Law School
This is a person who testifies to the reputation or character of the defendant
Character Witness
(True or False) It does not matter what I wear in court as long as I am innocent.
False. What you wear in court may influence how you are perceived by the judge and jury.
The two main types of trials are __________ & _________
Jury; Bench
This person acts as the referee in the court room
Judge
These are 2 ways that lawyers can become judges
Elections by voters; appointments by governors
This person can testify to where the defendant was at the time of the alleged crime
Alibi Witness
(True or False) Under no circumstances should I ever interrupt anyone who us speaking while I am in court.
True. It is important to always be respectful and polite in court.
The three levels of court are: Trial Court, Appellate Court, and ____________
Supreme Court
This person is the one who is accused of a crime
Defendant
Decision by judges must be based on this
Rule of Law
This is a person who by special knowledge, skills, training, or experience is qualified to provide testimony to aid the Judge or Jury in matters that go beyond the common knowledge of ordinary people
Expert Witness
(True or False) I am allowed to bring food and drinks in the court as long as I don't make a mess.
False. Never bring food or drink into the courtroom. If you need a break to get a drink of water, whisper this to your attorney or write them a note.
This means that a trial has to start over from the beginning
Mistrial
This person is trained to type at approximately 300 words per minute and records everything that is said in the courtroom
Court Reporter