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Pleas
People of the Court
Behavior in Court
Misc.
100

Admitting that you did the crime.

What is guilty?

100

Makes sure that the everyone in the court is following the rules Sometimes called the "referee" and must remain neutral

Who is the judge

100

True or False:  You can speak up during the trial whenever you need to correct a witness's mistake.

What is False

100

After direct examination, the other side gets to ask the witness questions.  This is called ______________.

What is cross examination?

200

Stating that you did not do the crime.

What is not guilty?

200

The person charged with committing the crime

Who is the defendant

200

This is the best way to communicate with your attorney during the trial.

What is whisper or write it down?

200
T/F the prosecutor can call you to testify on the stand
What is false
300

You're not admitting that you did the crime, but you're also not saying that you didn't do it.

What is no contest?

300

Lawyer on your side. Tries to prove that you are innocent

Who is the defense attorney

300
A new charge if you lie in court
What is perjury
300

Facts or objects presented during trial that indicate the defendant did or didn't commit the crime (e.g., videotapes, DNA, fingerprints, witness testimony).

What is evidence?

400

Stating that you did do the crime, but that you're not guilty because you were unable to tell the difference between right and wrong at the time of the crime.

What is not guilty by reason of mental illness (NGRMI)

400

The person in the court room who is trying to prove that you are guilty. He/she is not on your side.

Who is the prosecutor

400
A new charge if you misbehave in court
What is contempt of court
400
Understanding the charges against you and being able to work well with your attorney to assist in your own defense
What is competency
500
The defendant, prosecutor, defense attorney, and judge all have to agree to this before it can be accepted. usually results in a lighter sentence
What is a plea bargain
500

Someone called to testify who has  knowledge about the case.

Who is a witness?

500

It's a good idea to treat everyone you encounter in the courthouse with this.

What is respect?

500

This charge can result in a sentence of 1 year to life.

What is a felony?