Court systems and procedures
A formal examination of evidence in court to decide whether someone is guilty or not.
TRIAL
A professional who provides legal advice and represents clients in court.
LAWYER (SOLICITOR, BARRISTER)
Crimes committed using computers or the internet, such as hacking or identity theft.
CYBERCRIME
Laws passed by a government or governing body.
LEGISLATION
A group of people sworn to give a verdict based on evidence presented in court.
JURY
A public official who oversees trials, ensures the law is followed, and may decide the verdict and sentence.
JUDGE
Breaking into a building to commit theft or another crime.
BURGLARY
Found responsible for committing a crime.
GUILTY
Information or objects presented in court to support or refute a claim.
EVIDENCE
A lawyer who represents the defendant and seeks to prove their innocence.
DEFENSE ATTORNEY/LAWYER/SOLICITOR
Deliberate damage or destruction of property.
VANDALISM
A penalty given to someone for committing a crime or breaking the law.
PUNISHMENT
The punishment given to someone found guilty of a crime.
SENTENCE
A lawyer who represents the state or government and seeks to prove the defendant’s guilt.
PROSECUTOR
Killing someone unintentionally or without premeditation.
MANSLAUGHTER
A system of rules created by governments to regulate behavior and maintain order.
LAW
A request to a higher court to review and change the outcome of a trial.
APPEAL
A court officer who maintains order in the courtroom and ensures security.
BAILIFF
The act of stealing money or assets entrusted to you, typically from an employer.
EMBEZZLEMENT
A legal decision that someone is not guilty of the crime they were accused of.
ACQUITAL