Four Pleas
PEOPLE OF THE COURT
CONSEQUENCES & CHARGES
BEHAVIOR IN THE COURT
Miscellaneous
100

The defendant claims that he/she did not commit the crime(s) they are accused of.

What is Not Guilty?

100

makes sure that everyone in the court are following the rules. Sometimes called the"referee"and must remain neutral.


What is the judge

100
The person charged with a crime.
Who is the Defendant?
100
Taking a bath, shaving, brushing teeth, combing hair, wearing clean clothes, etc.
What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)?
200
The defendant admits that he/she committed the crime(s) they are accused of and accepts responsibility for actions.
What is Guilty?
200

The person charged with committing the crime

What is the Defendant?

200
12 citizens decide the outcome of a case .
What is the Right to a Jury Trial?
200
Protects the defendant's rights in a professional and confidential manner?
Who is the Public Defender or Defense Attorney?
200
The peace officer of the court, normally a Sheriff's Deputy that keeps order in the court.
Who is the Bailiff?
300
The defendant admits that he/she committed the crime(s) they are accused of But, claims a mental illness caused them to do it.
What is Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity (NGI)?
300

The person that types everything being said in the courtroom.

What is the Court Reporter

300
A "Preliminary Hearing" must be held within 10 days of the arraignment.
What is tha Right to a Speedy Trial?
300
The legal authority of the court that determines if a defendant is competent or incompetent for trial.
Who is the Judge?
300
When the defendant chooses to waive their right to counsel and serve as their own attorney. Generally the judge gives approval but advises that it is very risky.
What is the Right to Self-Representation?
400
The defendant neither admits nor denies committing the crime(s) they are accused of.
What is No Contest?
400
A person that is called to testify about your good character

What is a Character Witness

400
The defendant can choose to testify but, cannot be forced to testify or incriminate themselves.
What is the Right to Testify?
400
Known as a "Stenographer" and types a word-for-word account of all proceedings (everything said in court).
Who is the Court Reporter?
400
Communicating with your attorney by writing a note or whispering in a quiet voice, following the bailiff's instructions, and paying attention during court proceedings.
What appropriate Courtroom Behaviors?
500
In the process to settle a case without going to trial, the Defense Attorney offers a lower sentence or fewer charges in exchange for a plea of Guilty or No Contest.
What is a Plea Bargain?
500

The lawyer in the courtroom who tries to prove that you are guilty. He or she is not on your side

What is the prosecutor.

500
May call and/or subpoena witnesses to testify at trial.
What are Defense Witnesses?
500
Represents the victim and the people of the state of California.
Who is the District Attorney or Prosecutor?
500
The defendant will be sentenced to: prison, jail, probation, or credit for time served.
What is a Guilty Verdict?
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