Unit 4- Matching! Worksheet

A legal matter of concern between private citizens.
A system of law concerned with punishment through detention.
​A plea of a criminal defendant who does not intend to contest the charges or a verdict by jury that believes the defendant committed the crime.
A place for lawful confinement of people waiting for their trial or for those convicted of misdemeanor offenses.
A sworn body of people gathered to decide an​ impartial verdict of guilt or innocence.
A place of confinement for people convicted of serious crimes, usually administered by the State or Federal government.
To hold a trial against a person who is accused of a crime to see if that person is guilty.
Application to a higher court to dispute a lower court’s decision.
Provides instructions to the jury prior to their deliberations, makes rulings, responsible for sentencing convicted criminal defendants.
Attorney that represents the state; Presents evidence to court that proves defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Secures the courtroom; Transports prisoners to and from the courtroom.
Utilized sternography to keep record what is being said in the courtroom.
Listens to information being presented in the courtroom while being unbiased and impartial; Deliberates and reads their verdict.
Attorney that represents the defendant; Presents evidence to court that proves the defendant's innocence.
Those who see or hear the crime take place.
Those who have more knowledge than the average person regarding a specific field/topic; An example would be a medical examiner testifying about an autopsy report in the courtroom.
Those who know the personality of the defendant, or what type of person the defendant was before the crime. Examples would be neighbors, friends, family, etc.
Collects fines, fees, and bond payments; Prepares, reviews, and processes legal documents.