Legal Terms
What is Crime
An action or omission that violates a law and is punishable by the government.
This trial introduced the concept of "innocent until proven guilty."
What is the O.J. Simpson Trial?
True or False: A judge should rule based on personal opinions over evidence and law.
False
Who is responsible for interpreting the law in court?
The Judge
Which quality means being truthful, even when it’s difficult?
Integrity
Define Defendant
The person or party accused of a crime in a court case.
Which trial established the right to a public defender?
What is Gideon v. Wainwright?
If a lawyer knows a client is lying on the stand, should they stop them?
Yes, because lawyers must uphold honesty and integrity in court.
Who gathers and presents evidence in a trial to prove the defendant’s guilt?
The Prosecutor
Name the leadership quality where one treats others fairly and without bias.
Impartiality
What is Jurisdiction
The authority given to a court to hear a case and make a judgment.
In this trial, segregation in public schools was deemed unconstitutional.
What is Brown v. Board of Education?
What should a leader do if their decisions benefit some people but harm others?
Consider fairness and ethical responsibility before deciding.
What is the job of the juror
To evaluate evidence and determine the verdict in a trail.
Which quality means understanding and considering others’ feelings?
Empathy
Explain the term prosecutor
A legal representative who presents the case against the defendant in a criminal trial.
This trial determined that police must inform suspects of their rights before questioning.
What is Miranda v. Arizona?
True or False: A judge can accept gifts from people involved in a case.
False, as this would lead to a conflict of interest.
This person records everything said in court
The court reporter .
This quality involves making decisions that consider the welfare of others.
Responsibility
What does acquittal mean?
A legal judgment that officially and formally clears a defendant of criminal charges.
Which famous trial addressed issues of freedom of the press and prior restraint?
What is The Pentagon Papers Case (New York Times Co. v. United States)?
Should a lawyer defend a client they know is guilty? Why or why not?
Yes, because every person is entitled to a fair defense under the law.
This person helps keep order in the courtroom and provides security.
The bailiff.
True or False: A strong leader always makes decisions alone.
False; good leaders often consult others for balanced decision-making