courtroom procedures
This type of matter can be shown as objects, documents, or other tangible items presented in court
Physical Evidence
This legal principle ensures that a defendant cannot be tried again for the same crime after being acquitted.
Double Jeopardy
This is the person responsible for maintaining order in the courtroom and ensuring the trial proceeds according to the rules
The Judge
out of court statement used to prove the truth of the matter.
Hearsay
This is the formal title for the attorney who represents the government in criminal cases
The prosecution
This is the process of questioning a witness by the opposing side after the initial examination.
Cross-Examination
This is the standard of proof required in a criminal case to convict the defendant.
Beyond a reasonable doubt
These are people who provide testimony based on what they have seen, heard, or experienced.
The Witness
This objection is made when the question or evidence presented is not relevant to the case at hand.
Relevance
This type of attorney provides legal advise and representation in matters such as divorce or child custody.
Family attorney
This term refers to the final statement made by the attorneys summarizing their case for the jury
Closing Argument
This is the standard used in civil cases and requires that evidence shows that it is more likely than not true.
Preponderance of evidence
This term describes the inital questioning of witness by the attorney who called them to testify.
Direct Exam
This objection is use when an attorney believes that the opposing counsel is harassing or intimidating the witness.
Badgering
This attorney repents clients in disputes involving employment law,(such as wrongful termination
Discrimination attorney
This is a formal decision made by a judge or jury regarding the guilt or innocence of the defendant in a criminal case or the liability in a civil case.
The Verdict
This is the legal principle requiring attorneys to act in the best interests of their clients.
Fiduciary Duty
This side in a mock trial represents the state or government and brings charges against the defendant.
The Prosecution
This objection is raised when the opposing attorney asks a question that has already been answered by the witness.
Asked and Answered
This type of attorney specializes in representing clients in a lawsuit (often involing personal injury or contract disputes.)
Civil Attorney
This process involves questioning potential jurors to determine their sustainability for serving on a jury
Voir Dire
A variety of things, legal proceedings, (may ask judge for 5 minute break before and after Prosecution witnesses are done testifying, move freely about the courtroom Ect)
Preliminary Matters
This role in mock trial involves creating a narrative and while using strategies to defend the accused.
Defense Attorney
Attorneys use this objection when opposing council makes statements or assertions during questioning.
opposing counsel is testifying.
Specializes in legal legal matters related to bushiness corporations
Corporate Attorney