Mock Trial Legal Terms

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Which lawyer tries to prove the suspect is guilty?

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Prosecutor

Front

What is the legal term for someone who saw an event and provides testimony in court known as?

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Witness

Front

The person who initiates a civil lawsuit

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Plaintiff

Front

A person whom has a claim or charge against them is? Options: prosecutor, defendant, witness

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defendant

Front

Which amendment states that "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause"?

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Amendment IV

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A place where people can resolve disputes relating to law

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court

Front

A body of citizens sworn to give a true verdict according to the evidence presented in a court of law

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jury

Front

An individual or group being sued by a plaintiff or charged with a crime by a prosecutor.

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defendant

Front

After the prosecuting attorney is done questioning a witness, the Defence takes a turn questioning the witness. What is this called?

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Cross Examination

Front

When a witness takes the stand, it can also be referred to as?

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Direct Examination