Court Staff
What is another name for a judge?
Magistrate
Which courtroom personnel is responsible for representing the state?
Prosecutor
What type of crime has a maximum punishment of one year incarceration?
Misdemeanor
Which Amendment guarantees freedom of speech?
1st
Who transcribes court proceedings into written form for official transcripts of the court?
Court Reporter
Which amendment provides for an attorney if you cannot afford one?
6th
A qualified expert by sent in to testify during a trial.
Expert Witness
Payment to the victims by the offender.
Restitution
Who provides security for the court?
Bailiff
Which courtroom personnel is responsible for representing the person accused of a crime?
Defense Attorney
Who is the person or entity a crime was committed against?
Victim
Trained security experts who protect celebrities and athletes.
Bodyguard
Anyone who is called to testify in a court trial. May have direct knowledge of the facts of the case.
Witness
Who is responsible for determining probable cause for an arrest?
Judge
What can you do if you do not agree with the verdict in your trial?
Appeal the verdict
Also known as a fugitive recovery agent; apprehend bond jumpers.
Bounty Hunter
What is the minimum age for a Texas Supreme Court judge?
35
Who was the second woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court?
Ruth Ginsburg
An elected magistrate who oversees the justice court for the county.
Justice of the Peace?
Administrative segregation is known as this.
Solitary Confinement