Legal Terminology Flashcard

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What is the term for the amount of money or property given to the court to ensure a person's return for trial after being released from custody?

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Bail

Front

Which term describes the court proceeding where a person hears the charges against them and enters a plea?

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Arraignment

Front

What is a legal meeting to determine if there is enough evidence to proceed with a trial called?

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Preliminary Hearing

Front

What is the role of a grand jury?

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To review evidence and decide on charges

Front

What is a formal accusation that a person has committed a crime, issued by a grand jury?

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Indictment

Front

What term is used when a grand jury decides there is enough evidence to charge someone with a crime?

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True Bill

Front

What is the term for when a grand jury decides there is not enough evidence to charge someone?

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No Bill

Front

What is the formal examination of evidence in a court to determine guilt or innocence called?

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Trial

Front

Who is the person or party that brings a case against another in a court of law?

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Plaintiff

Front

Who is the individual or group being accused or sued in a court of law?

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Defendant