Pleas
The defendant (you) is saying that
they did not do what they are accused
of doing OR telling the court to prove
it.
Not Guilty
During trial, if I am found_____, I will go home.
Not Guilty
The person accused of breaking the law and charged with a crime.
Defendant
They are neutral - not for you and not against you.
Person who types a word for-word record of everything said in the courtroom
Court Reporter
(Stenographer
ITP stands for
Incapable to Proceed
The defendant (you) admit that they did what they were accused of doing. The defendant (you) tells the Judge they committed the alleged crime(s).
Guilty
During trial, if I am found _____, I will be sentenced.
Guilty
The attorney on your side.
They speak for you in court and protect your legal rights.
They try and get you the best possible outcome
Defense Attorney
They are neutral – not for you and not against you.
The boss of the courtroom - makes sure everyone follows the rules and that the court process is fair.
Judge
There are three main types of witnesses:
Eye, Character, Expert
The defendant (you) is not wanting to fight the charge. The defendant (you) is not saying whether they did, or they did not do the crime, they are leaving it up to the Judge to decide.
No Contest
During trial, if I am found _____, I will go to the hospital.
NGRI
The attorney who is against you in court.
They decide the defendant’s (your)charges.
At a trial, they present evidence to show that the defendant (you) is guilty of a crime.
District Attorney (D.A., Prosecutor)
They are neutral – not for you and not against you.
12 people chosen from your community who do not know you or the alleged victim.
They listen to the evidence at trial and decide the verdict: guilty or not guilty.
Jury
True/False: You NEVER give up the right to an attorney.
True
The defendant (you) is telling the Judge they committed the alleged crime(s), but because they have a mental illness or intellectual disability, they didn’t understand the difference between right and wrong at the time of the crime.
NGRI
If I accept a plea bargain I have to plead ________, _________, or ________.
Guilty, No Contest, or Alford Guilty Plea.
People watching the trial.
Can be friends, family, enemies, or people you do not know.
Cannot talk during the trial or hearing
Gallery / Audience
They are neutral – not for you and not against you.
Police officer that helps the judge keep order in the court.
Bailiff
A ______ is a deal between the District Attorney and you.
Plea Bargain
The defendant (you) is maintaining their innocence, but the District Attorney has enough evidence to prove they are guilty
Alford
If I am found ______ at trial, I have been acquitted of the crime
Not Guilty
They are neutral – not for you and not against you.
They assist the judge with managing the court.
Keep the files and papers. Schedule court dates.
Court Clerk
They share information by answering questions about
the alleged crime.
They take an oath (swear) to tell the truth, only the
truth, and nothing but the truth.
Witness
Name the FAST Rights
Face you accuser, Appeal, remain Silent, and to a Trial.