Courtroom Roles
Person accused of the crime
Defendant (you!)
Not Guilty
"I did not commit the crime."
What is a Misdemeanor and how long can one serve?
A less serious charge; up to one year
What is therapy?
Therapy is a treatment aimed to relieve emotional distress or mental health problems.
What is inappropriate courtroom behavior? Provide examples.
Contempt of Court; talking out of turn, wearing flip-flops, using one's phone, disrespect towards other parties, etc.
To come up with a verdict
"I did the crime."
Guilty
What is a Felony and how long can one serve?
A more serious crime; 1 year to life in prison
Name 3 rules of FTP
1. No sharing food
2. Maintain personal hygiene
3. No aggressive or violent behavior
What does it mean to testify? Who testifies?
To talk about what you saw/heard; witness
The Defense Attorney defends the defendant.
The Prosecution tries to find the defendant guilty.
No contest
"I am not saying I did or didn't commit the crime but accept the guilty plea."
Up to 5 years
3 goals for Forensic Treatment Program
1. Competency Restoration
2. Therapy
3. Medication Management
Willingness to speak to them, being honest in every response, listening to their advice (you do not have to take it), etc.
Three jobs of the Judge?
1. Oversee the courtroom
2. Verdict (Bench Trial)
3. Sentencing
What is Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity? What are the next steps after pleading NGRI?
"I was not in the right state of mind at the time of the crime."
Up next: doctors, evaluations, treatment programs, etc.
Potential Punishment for F2
Up to 15 years
What is medication for?
Psychiatric (or psychotropic) medications are used to alleviate mental health symptoms, balance chemicals in the brain, stabilize patients, etc.
To restore competency and manage mental health issues (if applicable).
Whose side is the witness on? Give examples.
The witness can be on either side.
1. The witness testifies that you were not at the scene at the time of the crime.
2. The witness testifies that you committed the crime.
Give an example of why someone might plead No Contest.
Ex. They do not want to go through trial.
Potential Punishment for F1
Up to 30 years (sometimes up to life in prison)
1. Charges
2. Potential Penalties
3. Legal Processes
4. Disclose Information
5. Ability to testify relevantly
6. Courtroom Behavior
Answer CM questions regarding FTP roles.
Good job! :)