Trial Procedure
The purpose of this part of trial is to summarize the case, argue your position, and highlight weaknesses in the other side’s case.
WHAT IS A CLOSING ARGUEMENT
Attorneys should only ask leading questions during this part of trial.
WHAT IS A CROSS EXAMINATION
This type of trial has the greater burden of proof.
This is the forest in which the Lincoln Ville Ridge 100 took place
WHAT IS SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST
This is the current Governor of Illinois (as of recent years), first elected in 2018.
WHO IS J.B. PRITZKER
This is the final decision of the jury, read aloud by the judge.
WHAT IS A VERDICT
This objection is made when a witness gives an answer that does not respond to the question asked.
WHAT IS NON RESPONSIVE
In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove the case to this standard.
WHAT IS BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT
River Knox has been running Ultra Marathons for this many years
WHAT IS 12 YEARS
This branch of Illinois government includes the Illinois Supreme Court and interprets state laws.
WHAT IS JUDICIAL BRANCH
This is something agreed upon by both sides prior to a trial
WHAT IS A STIPUALTION
This objection is made when a lawyer repeats a question that has already been answered.
In a civil case, the plaintiff must prove the case using this standard
WHAT IS A PREPONDERANCE OF THE EVIDENCE
In River Knox v. Lincoln Adventure Co., LLC
River Knox Holds The...
What is the burden of proof
This Illinois official oversees elections and maintains state business records.
WHO IS THE SECRETARY OF STATE
This is the process of questioning potential jurors before trial.
WHAT IS SEQUESTERING THE JURY
This type of question allows the witness to answer in their own words and tell what happened.
WHAT IS A NARRATIVE QUESTION
This hearsay exception involves a spontaneous statement made under stress.
WHAT IS AN EXCITED UTTERANCE
Avid runner and rule follower Harper Mcfinch holds this position as a job. (+200 points if location included in answer)
Account Manager at Ackerly Insurance
This person serves as Illinois’ chief legal officer and represents the state in court.
WHO IS THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
This is the process of questioning potential jurors before trial.
WHAT IS VOIR DIRE
The question "What happened on March 7, 2007?" is asked on direct examination.
What is the best objection?
What is... asks for a narrative response
This type of evidence allows the jury to draw a reasonable inference from facts.
WHAT IS CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE
This number represents the race fee for each that signed up for the Lincoln Ville Ridge 100.
WHAT IS $455.00
This officer enforces laws at the county level and often provides courtroom security.
WHO IS THE SHERIFF