Mock trial vocab part 1

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A person who practices law.

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Attorney

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Officer in charge of maintaining order in court.

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Bailiff

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A case involving private individuals to resolve a dispute.

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Civil Case

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Network of courts handling disputes between individuals.

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Civil Justice System

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Final statements by an attorney to jury summarizing evidence.

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Closing arguments

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Agreement between parties to do or not do something, written or oral.

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Contract

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Proving guilt as a matter of law

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Convict

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A place where justice is administered. Crime is an act against criminal law.

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Court

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State as plaintiff, defendant charged with a crime.

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Criminal Case

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Network of courts dealing with criminal law.

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Criminal Justice System