Understanding the Legal Process Worksheet

A court appearance where you hear the charge(s) against you and are asked to enter a plea.
After all of the evidence is presented, each attorney sums up their argument.
A final decision about whether a person is guilty, not guilty, or NGI.
Data presented to a judge or jury, including witnesses, records, documents, etc.
A face-to-face interview with a psychologist or psychiatrist to determine whether you are competent to stand trial.
Potential jurors are questioned and then approved by a judge.
Attorneys make an intial statement to the judge or jury about how they plan to prove their case.
A punishment for a guilty verdict.
Your right to request a formal review of your case if you are found Guilty.
The hearing and deciding of a criminal case in a court of law.