Common Knowledge
True or False: You are allowed to be on your cellphone in a courtroom
How many members are in a jury?
12!
Attorney
The person accused of a crime
What is it called when a witness speaks about what they know or saw?
Testimony
What are miranda rights?
a criminal law concept that protect a person's rights when they are arrested
Are eye witnesses testimonies often considered reliable?
no
A claim or assertion that somebody has done something illegal or wrong, typically one made without proof.
Allegation
Person accusing another of a crime
Plaintiff
Why do judges use gavels?
To call order in the court or to mark a decision
Which court is considered the “highest in the land”?
U.S Supreme Court
When outside of the courtroom, why aren’t jury members allowed to talk about an ongoing case?
To avoid getting influenced by the public opinion
To ask a higher court to review the decision
Appeal
When an attorney objects and a judge agrees or supports the objection, it is then considered ____
sustained
What is the officer of a courtroom called?
Name 5 types of law
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What is the legal protection that prevents lawyers from being forced to testify against their clients by keeping certain communications confidential?
Attorney-Client privilege
To find not guilty of a fault or crime
Acquit
Formal words spoken or written by a jury that state somebody is believed to have committed a crime
Defendant must be proved guilty beyond _________ ______
9
How many jury members must agree to a verdict for it to be the final decision?
All 12
What are the “chambers”?
Private office or room of a judge
What is an affidavit?
A sworn written statement made before an authorized official.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
A misdemeanor is a less serious crime, often punishable by fines or jail time of less than a year, while a felony is a more serious crime that can result in imprisonment for more than a year or even the death penalty.