Terms
Testimony
A formal statement that is often given in the court of law
Who maintains order in the courtroom and ensures the trial follows protocol?
The judge
Yes
Who tries to create reasonable doubt?
The defence
In court, are you presumed innocent or guilty?
Innocent
Alibi
Evidence that you were elsewhere when a crime took place
Name of a group of citizens who hear the evidence and must vote unanimously on a final verdict
The jury
In civil court, who has the burden of proof?
The person making the claim (i.e. filing the lawsuit)
Who does the prosecution represent?
The state
What is the dress code for court?
Formal
Deliberation
Long and careful discussion
Someone who provides a testimony under oath, usually sharing something they saw or heard that is related to the trial
Witness
What are the common penalties or consequences of a guilty verdict in civil court?
Fines or financial compensation for the victim
Who holds the burden of proof?
The Prosecution
How do you address a judge in the court of law?
Your Honour
Burden of proof
The obligation to prove an assertion
Manages documents and swears in witnesses
Court Clerk
In criminal court, guilt must be proven beyond reasonable doubt. In civil court, guilt is determined based on what?
Balance of probabilities (more likely than not)
What must the jury determine for a guilty verdict?
Guilt beyond reasonable doubt
When someone makes an objection in court, what does sustained mean?
The judge agrees with the objection, and the question won't be answered or the evidence won't be used.
Acquittal
A verdict of not guilty
Announces when court begins
Tipstaff
In criminal court, cases are between the state and a citizen, in civil court, trials are between what two parties?
Citizen vs citizen or citizen vs company
If a jury believes there is reasonable doubt, what must their verdict be?
Not guilty
What is it called when a witness lies under oath?
Perjury