A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Trial
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Answer questions in court.
Testify
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Felony
FelonyA crime carrying a penalty of more than a year in prison
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Mock Trial
a competition in which students simulate a real trial.
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A promise to tell the truth
Oath
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the final address to the jury by the attorney for each side of a case in which the attorney usually summarizes the evidence and his or her client's position
Closing Statement
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Bailiff
Bailiffan official in a court of law who keeps order, looks after prisoners, etc
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Jury/Juror
Person/persons selected according to law and sworn to inquire into and declare a verdict on matters of fact.
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Provides evidence to prove the person committed the crime
Prosecutor
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Reset score!
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Win 50 points!
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shark
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thief
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The beginning of the trial. Outlines the facts. Your opportunity to set the scene, introduce your argument and provide the road map for the rest of the trial.
Opening Statement
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gift
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gift
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lifesaver
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the examination of a witness who has already testified in order to check or discredit the witness's testimony, knowledge, or credibility
Cross Examination
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seesaw
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elected/appointed official who conducts court proceedings. Must remain impartial
