PEOPLE OF THE COURT
How many people are on a jury?
6-12
TRUE OR FALSE?
If a witness lies about you in court, you can scream "LIAR!"
False, if a witness lies about you in court, tell your lawyer
What side is the judge on?
Neither, the judge is neutral
A punishment that is given if the defendant is found guilty
What is a guilty plea?
The person admits to committing the charged offense
The set of legal rules that protect you
RIGHTS
Who is the person charged with a crime?
Defendant (You)
When are you allowed to speak to the judge in the courtroom?
When the judge asks you to speak
What is the phrase that many judges will say when there is disruption in court?
"Order!", "Order in the Court!", etc.
Who gives a defendant a sentence?
When you were deemed incompetent to stand trial, what happened to your case?
It was put on hold (pause)
Explain what NGRI means
(1) You are guilty of an offense
(2) You were mentally ill when the offense was committed
The decision of guilty/not guilty by the judge or jury
Verdict
What is the name of the attorney against you?
Prosecutor
What is perjury?
Lying under oath
Name the 3 roles of the judge.
1. Keep order in the court
2. Provide a sentence if found guilty
3. Provide a verdict if there is no jury
What is it called when you are allowed to live at home, but must follow a strict list of rules and check-in with an assigned officer?
Probation
This program helps you learn about court to help you become competent
What is a not guilty plea?
Not admitting to the charges against you. Claiming you are innocent of the crime.
What side is the jury on?
Neither, they are neutral
There are 2 sides in a courtroom. What are their names?
Defense and Prosecution
No because you have the right to remain silent
TRUE OR FALSE?
The judge is the ONLY person who can legally deem a defendant incompetent to stand trial.
True, the evaluator can make a recommendation, but it is ultimately the judge's decision if a defendant is competent or incompetent
List 4 rules one must follow while on probation
1. No drugs or Alcohol
2. No hanging out with other felons
3. Check ins with probation officer
4. Obey all laws
After your competency evaluation, the person who evaluates you will write a report and send it to whom?
The judge
Define No Contest
You're not admitting that you did the crime, but you're also not saying that you didn't do it. You do not want to fight against the accusation
These are facts/objects that prove either innocence or guilt (i.e., videotapes, DNA, fingerprints, witness testimony).
Evidence
Who gives testimony in court about the facts of the case?
Witness
What charge can you receive if you are disobedient (not behaving correctly) in court?
Contempt of Court
TRUE OR FALSE?
The judge has the final approval of a plea bargain.
True
TRUE OR FALSE?
Part of a defendant's sentence can NOT be court-ordered treatment (i.e. medications, group therapy, classes, etc.)
False, a defendant CAN be court-ordered to all of these things as part of their sentence
This Person evaluates if someone is competent
the person who evaluates for competency is a psychologist and may be someone you have never met before
When both lawyers come to an agreement to avoid going to trial
Plea Bargain
This is the number of jurors who must agree for a verdict to be decided.
All 12 of them in a felony case.
Or 6 in a misdemeanor case.