COURTROOM ROLES

Front

Someone  who gives evidence in a case. Answers questions asked by the prosecutor and the defence.

Back

Witness

Front

Citizens who sit on a panel and consider the evidence in court and decide on matters of fact. They are selected at random from the public.

Back

Juror

Front

Represents the defendant or accused person.

Back

Defence lawyer

Front

Someone who is charged with a crime.

Back

Accused person

Front

Sentences convicted criminals

Back

Judge

Front

a person who is permitted to testify at a trial because of special knowledge or proficiency in a particular field that is relevant to the case

Back

Expert Witness

Front

Responsible for maintaining the records of the court

Back

Clerk of Court

Front

presides over the proceeding and maintains order

Back

Judge

Front

provides securities for all parties, including judges, attorneys. judges.

Back

Bailiff

Front

a legal officer appointed or elected to represent a state in court proceedings within a district

Back

Prosecutor