Scenarios
Laura learns that there are 2 types of crimes. She cannot remember what the type of crime she was charged with is called. However, she does know that the crime is considered less serious. What type of crime was Laura likely charged with?
What is a Misdemeanor
When taking a plea bargain, how do you plead?
Guilty
Who are YOU in the courtroom?
Who is the defendant?
Who ordered that I participate in the Competency Restoration Program.
Who is the judge
The attorney trying to help me
Who is a Defense attorney/ Public defender
Jaden is talking with his attorney about the various pieces of evidence related to his case. He wants to know what side can have evidence. So, which side can have evidence?
What is both (defense and prosecution)
What is a benefit of taking a plea bargain?
Could get a lesser charge or lesser sentence
What side is the jury on?
What is neither, they are neutral
It is important that I am able to communicate with_______.
Who is my attorney
This person has the "Burden of Proof"
Who is the Prosecutor?
Molly decided to plead guilty to a lesser charge and a lesser sentence. What is this called?
What is plea bargaining
What should you do if you do not understand something about your plea bargain?
Ask your lawyer to explain it
Who decides a defendant's sentence?
Who is the Judge
T or F The competency evaluation is a written test.
What is False
This is the only person who can call me to the witness stand.
Who is the Public Defender/Defense Attorney?
Johnny was escorted out of the courtroom due to cursing and screaming at the jury. He received another charge as a result of this behavior. What charge did Johnny likely receive?
What is Contempt of court
True or False you are able to reverse a plea bargain after you have already agreed and signed the papers
False. In most cases, after taking a plea bargain you are unable to reverse it.
Who are considered the "courtroom police"?
Who is the Bailiff
This is the person I will speak with that gives a report to the court saying whether they believe I am competent or not.
Who is the evaluator/ psychiatric evaluator
The attorney trying to find me guilty
Who is a prosecutor/ District attorney
Ashton was charged with burglary but states he "wasn't thinking right" because he stopped taking his meds. Which plea option should he discuss with his attorney?
What is Not guilty by reason of insanity
Who is the ONLY person who can make the final decision to take a plea bargain?
Defendant (You)
Who is responsible of recording ALL that is heard in the courtroom.
Who is the Court Reporter
What does ITP stand for?
*Bonus* and what does it mean
What is Incompetent to Stand Trial.
*I am unable to understand court expectations or communicate with your attorney*
T or F My attorney is professionally and ethically obligated to help me to the best of his/her ability.
What is True