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Parties in the Court
Terminology
Types of Courts
Positions in Trial
Positions in Trial Cont.
100

A person who brings a case against another in a court of law

Plantiff

100

What is the burden of proof in a criminal case?

Beyond a reasonable doubt

100

A court that settles disputes between countries or international parties.

International Court

100

A group of citizens sworn to render a verdict based on evidence presented during a trial.

Jury

100

A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases, presenting evidence against the defendant.

Prosecutor

200

Lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases

Prosecutor

200

An initial speech made by each side in a trial, summarizing the main points of the case they will make for the jury.

Opening statement

200

This court, in sentencing a defendant, can impose only up to one year imprisonment and a fine of no more than $5,000

Tribal Court

200

A person who provides testimony about what they have seen or heard related to the case.

Witness

200

A specialized witness who provides professional opinions or analysis relevant to the case.

Expert Witness

300

A person who assist lawyers in their work

Legal assistant

300
The questioning of a witness by the party that has called that witness to give evidence, in order to support the case that is being made.

Direct examination

300

The highest Court in the United States

U.S Supreme Court

300

The official who presides over the court proceedings and makes decisions on legal matters.

Judge

300

The individual accused of a crime or being sued in a civil case.

Defendant

400

Lawyer who represents the defendant in a legal proceeding 

Defense attorney

400

A final speech made by each side in a trial, summarizing the evidence and the main points of their case for the jury

Closing arguments

400

What is the definition for the word initiatives?

This court hears cases after granting a writ of Certiorari

400

The person or party who brings a case against another in a court of law, typically in civil cases

Plaintiff

400

A court officer who maintains order in the courtroom, assists the judge, and ensures the safety of the proceedings.

Bailiff

500

The individual accused of the crime or being sued in a civil case

Defendant

500
In a civil case the burden or proof lies on who?

Plaintiff

500

A court that has jurisdiction over cases involving Native American Law

Tribal Court

500

A person responsible for transcribing the spoken words during court proceedings into written form.

Court Reporter

500

An individual member of the jury.

Juror