Levels of proof
The power that the prosecutor has
Burden of proof
A motion asking the judge for more time
Motion for continuance
What are the two main rights that we talk about
5th and 6th
The final decision made by the jury about someones guilt.
Verdict
The defendant or defense attorney must submit a _____ to the appellate court
appeal
The police need this in order to make arrests and obtain warrants
Probable cause
A motion asking the judge to hide evidence
Motion to suppress
We do not have to testify or answer any incriminating questions, this is part of the
5th amendment right to remain silent
During the ______ ______ ______ the lawyers will both present their evidence
Presentation of evidence
In a reversal, the appellate court is
Changing the verdict
Even though i am arrested I am considered
Innocent
Mark is a defense attorney and he has just submitted a motion that would end the case
Motion to dismiss
all defendants have the right to have an attorney, this right is called
Right to counsel
When the lawyer and the witness being questioned are on opposite teams this is called
Cross examination
Affirm means to
Keep the verdict
The level of proof needed for someone to be found guilty in a criminal case.
Beyond a reasonable doubt.
When a judge is given a motion they can make two decions these are
Sustain or deny
The Sixth Amendment has the following rights
right to counsel, jury trial, and
right to a public trial
right to confront witnesses
right to speedy trial
During jury selection, the lawyers may choose to kick a jury member out this is called
Challenge.
The prosecutor is able to submit an appeal if they lose the case
False, the prosecutor cannot be a sore loser
The level of proof needed for civil cases and competency cases
Preponderance of the evidence
A request made to the judge by an attorney asking them to make a decision.
Motion
All defendants are read their charges, given enough time to prepare and the punishment must fit the crime because of the right to
due process
This part of the trial is when the lawyers are presenting their case. They do not show any evidence but explain what the case will be about.
Opening statments.
When the appellate decides to retry the case
Remand