Pleas
This is the type of plea where a person admits to committing the crime.
What is Guilty
Makes sure that the everyone in the court is following the rules. Must remain Neutral. Sometimes is in charge of deciding on a verdict.
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?
This is the type of plea 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
True or False:The prosecutor can call you to testify on the stand
What is false
This type of plea is when a person is not admitting that they did the crime, but they are also not admitting that they didn't do it.
What is no contest
Lawyer on your side. Tries to prove that you are innocent or help you get less time.
Who is the defense attorney
A new charge if you lie in court
What is perjury
Facts or objects presented during trial that indicate the defendant did or didn't commit the crime.
What is evidence?
This type of plea is 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
This is when a person who understands their charges against them and are able to work well with their attorney to assist in your own defense.
What is competency
The defendant, prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge all have to agree to this before it can be accepted. Usually results in a lighter sentence
What is a plea bargain
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. It is a more serious charge.
What is a felony?