Twelve Angry Men -- Vocabulary in Context

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What does 'acquittal' mean?

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A formal declaration of innocence.

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What does 'evidence' refer to in a legal setting?

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Any and all information presented in a trial to prove or disprove a fact.

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What does 'appeal' mean in a legal context?

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A request for a higher court to review a decision.

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What is a 'verdict'?

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A decision on a disputed issue.

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What does 'hung jury' mean?

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A jury that is undecided.

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What is the role of a judge in a trial?

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To oversee the legal proceedings and ensure the law is followed.

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What is a 'plaintiff'?

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The person who brings a case against another in a court of law.

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What is a 'defendant'?

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The individual accused of a crime in a court of law.

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What does 'deliberation' mean in the context of a jury?

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The process by which jurors discuss the evidence and come to a decision.

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What is the meaning of 'guilty verdict'?

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A decision by a jury that the defendant committed the crime.