Pleas
Admitting that you did the crime.
What is guilty?
Makes sure that the everyone in the court is following the rules Sometimes called the "referee" and must remain neutral
Who is the judge
True or False: You can speak up during the trial whenever you need to correct a witness's mistake.
What is False
After direct examination, the other side gets to ask the witness questions. This is called ______________.
What is cross examination?
Stating that you did not do the crime.
What is not guilty?
The person charged with committing the crime
Who is the defendant
This is the best way to communicate with your attorney during the trial.
What is whisper or write it down?
You're not admitting that you did the crime, but you're also not saying that you didn't do it.
What is no contest?
Lawyer on your side. Tries to prove that you are innocent
Who is the defense attorney
Facts or objects presented during trial that indicate the defendant did or didn't commit the crime (e.g., videotapes, DNA, fingerprints, witness testimony).
What is evidence?
Stating that you did do the crime, but that you're not guilty because you were unable to tell the difference between right and wrong at the time of the crime.
What is not guilty by reason of mental illness (NGRMI)
The person in the court room who is trying to prove that you are guilty. He/she is not on your side.
Who is the prosecutor
Someone called to testify who has knowledge about the case.
Who is a witness?
It's a good idea to treat everyone you encounter in the courthouse with this.
What is respect?
This charge can result in a sentence of 1 year to life.
What is a felony?