Evidence
What is evidence?
Something connected to the crime.
the worlds largest ocean
the pacific
testimony of someone at the scene of a crime around the time it happened
medium - just because they were there doesn't mean they commited a crime
Weapon used in a crime
Physical
this hearing happens at the latest 72 hours after arrest
arraignment
In court sometimes evidence is called the _____ of the case
Facts
how long does it take to hard boil an egg?
7 minutes
video of a person committing a crime
Strong - Direct evidence
Police officer
Testimonial - expert witness
you are evaluated to see if youre ready for court every __ days
30
this report is written by the arresting officers and contains evidence that is used to charge a defendant with a crime.
Police report
how many hearts does an octopus have?
3
the accused persons fingerprints on the weapon along with many others fingerprints on the same weapon
Medium - The accused touched it, but so did other people
fingerprints at the scene of the crime
Physical - forensic evidence
you plead guilty in exchange for a lesser sentence.
plea bargain
this is how a attorney tries to discredit the other sides witnesses
cross examination
how many weeks are in a year?
52
Confession from the defendant
Strong - Direct evidence
Video of the crime being committed
physical
if you plead NGI and win where do you go? For how long?
A state hospital, indefinitely
This packet contains all the evidence the prosecution has against you. It's your right to see this packet so you can prepare a defense.
Discovery
what organ do insects not have?
lungs
a weapon used in a crime with no connection to the accused
weak
A friend or family member that knows you really well.
Testimonial - character witness
What happens at a preliminary hearing?
a judge determines if there is enough evidence to hold someone for the charges, If not the case is thrown out.