Define the ROLE
A lawyer who specialises in appearing in court.
Barrister
Witness
A person called to give evidence about the crime.
The last person was executed in Britain.
1964
a crime that occurs when someone intends to kill another person and takes direct steps toward doing so, but fails
Attempted murder
They make the best case to defend the person on trial.
Defence
Defendant
The person who has been accused of the crime and is on trial.
The first time fingerprints were used as evidence in a murder case in a British court.
1905
a person kills, but does so without the intent to kill or cause GBH
Involuntary manslaughter
They need to listen carefully and objectively to all the evidence provided and agree a verdict (guilty or not guilty).
Jury
Civil Law
Laws which cover areas like contracts, family matters and employment.
The Metropolitan Police was set up in London.
1829
violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner.
Domestic Violence
Their role is to guide the jury, make sure the trial is fair and deliver a sentence if the defendant is found guilty.
Judge
Criminal Law
Laws, that if broken, could harm public safety or welfare.
the establishment of the federal court system through the Judiciary Act
1789
Uses language that is so upsetting and vulgar that it causes public disorder. (For example, shouting 'Fire' in a crowded movie theater)
Disorderly Conduct/Threaten the public/the peace
Their job is to convince the jury, beyond reasonable doubt, that the defendant is guilty.
Prosecution
Infanticide
the killing of a baby or young child
The FBI is created
1908
a violent crime that involves the intentional act of causing another person to fear or experience serious physical harm or injury.
Aggravated Assault