PLEAS
If a defendant says, “I did it,” what type of plea is that?
GULITY
When the jury says “Guilty,” is that a plea or a verdict?
VERDICT
This person makes sure the courtroom runs fairly and legally.
JUDGE
What is the difference between a bench trial and a jury trial?
BENCH TRIAL - JUDGE DECIDES
JURY TRIAL - JURY DECIDES
Punishment given by the judge after a guilty verdict or plea.
SENTENCE
If a defendant says, “I didn’t do it,” what type of plea is that?
NOT GUILTY
When the jury says “Not Guilty,” is that a plea or a verdict?
VERDICT
This person presents evidence against the defendant.
PROSECUTOR
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
At what hearing are charges read, and a plea is entered?
ARRAIGNMENT
Promise to tell the truth in court.
OATH
This plea means you are not saying you did it, but you are not fighting the charges.
NO CONTEST
Which of these is NOT a verdict option: Guilty, Not Guilty, NGRI, No Contest?
NO CONTEST
Who defends the accused person in court?
PUBLIC DEFENDER
DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Questioning by the opposing attorney during trial is called what?
CROSS-EXAMINATION
Lying under oath is called what?
PREJURY
A plea of stating you committed a crime, but didn't know it was wrong due to your mental illness?
NGRI
NOT GUILTY BY REASON OF INSANITY
Who announces the final verdict in a trial?
JURY - JURY TRIAL
JUDGE - BENCH TRIAL
This person keeps order in the courtroom.
BAILIFF
When a person accepts a deal to plead guilty for a lighter sentence, what is this called?
PLEA BARGAIN
A written or spoken statement given in court under oath.
TESTIMONY
Before entering a Guilty plea, what should you ask your lawyer about?
Possible plea bargains, rights waived, sentencing outcomes
If the jury cannot agree on a verdict, what is it called?
HUNG JURY
This person takes notes word-for-word of everything said in court.
COURT REPORTER
Name two factors the judge considers when sentencing after a Guilty plea.
Criminal history, severity/type of crime, number of charges, ability to change
Disrespecting the authority of the court or judge, which can result in fines or jail time.
CONTEMPT OF COURT