Judicial Vocabulary

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The courts ruling in a case

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Verdict

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A group of people who determine innocence or guilt in a trial

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Jury

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Money paid by defendants to remain out of jail until their trial

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Bail

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A person accused of a crime

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Defendant

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The person or persons who bring a case against a defendant

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Plaintiff

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A court hearing where probable cause is reviewed, a plea is entered by the defendant and an attorney is provided if necessary

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Arraignment

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Sufficient proof/evidence to believe someone might have committed a crime

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Probable cause

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A judge who issues subpoenas and issues arrest and search warrants

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Magistrate

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Type of court case involving a dispute between two parties

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Civil case

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Type of court case in which a crime has been committed

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Criminal case