Judicial Branch Vocabulary Flashcards

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Jurisdiction

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The power or authority that a person or group has to make decisions and enforce rules in a certain area.

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Appellate

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A way to talk about courts that hear appeals

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Juvenile

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A youth UNDER 17 years of age

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Self Incrimination

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Doing or saying something that proves you broke the law. When a person accidentally admits they are guilty of a crime, sometimes without meaning to.

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Delinquent Act

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Something a juvenile does that WOULD be a crime if committed by an adult.

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Unruly Act

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Something that would NOT be a crime if done by an adult. Can also be called a status offense.

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Verdict

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The decision made by a jury or judge in a court case. It tells if the person on trial is found guilty or not guilty of a crime.

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Probable Cause

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Having a good reason to believe that someone may have broken the law.

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Conviction

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When a person is found guilty of a crime in court.

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Liable

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Legally responsible for something. Being at fault.