Monster Vocabulary #2

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What is a prosecutor?

Back

A lawyer who represents the government in a court case against a defendant.

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What does it mean to unshackle someone?

Back

To remove handcuffs or restraints from a person.

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What is a defense attorney?

Back

A lawyer who represents the person charged with a crime.

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What does it mean to be implicated in a crime?

Back

To be shown to be involved in a crime or wrongdoing.

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What is a felony?

Back

A serious crime that is punishable by imprisonment.

Front

What is the role of a jury in a court case?

Back

A group of people who listen to the evidence and make a decision in a trial.

Front

What is the difference between a defendant and a prosecutor?

Back

A defendant is the person accused of a crime, while a prosecutor is the lawyer representing the government against the defendant.

Front

What does it mean to convict someone?

Back

To find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law.

Front

What is the courthouse?

Back

A building where legal cases are heard and decided.

Front

What is the term for a minor crime?

Back

Misdemeanor.