Trial Process Vocab

Front

The amount of money required to be paid by a defendant to be released from jail before their trial.

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Bail

Front

Formal request to examine evidence that the prosecution has.

Back

Motion for discovery of evidence

Front

Formal request for a change of location for the trial

Back

Motion for change of venue

Front

This occurs when a grand jury determines there is enough evidence to reasonably believe the defendant committed a crime. A trial will take place.

Back

Indictment

Front

Which comes first, the direct examination or cross examination?

Back

Direct examination

Front

Which of the following IS NOT a potential plea by a defendant following an indictment? Guilty Plea, Not Guilty Plea, Nolo Contendere Plea, 5th Amendment Plea

Back

5th Amendment Plea

Front

Which of the following would come LAST in the trial process?
Options:
Opening statement: By the Defense
Cross Examination of the Defense Witnesses
Jury instructions and deliberation.
Closing Statement by the Plaintiff or Prosecution

Back

Jury instructions and deliberation.

Front

Which amendment protects the right to a jury trial in criminal cases?

Back

6th

Front

Which amendment protects the right to a grand jury hearing in serious criminal cases?

Back

5th

Front

Which amendment protects the right to a jury trial in civil cases exceeding $20?

Back

7th