12 Angry Men: Vocab 1

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What is a verdict?

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A verdict is the decision made by a jury or judge on the matters of fact in a case, determining whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.

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What does mandatory mean?

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Mandatory means something that is required or obligatory, often enforced by rules or laws.

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Who is the foreman in a jury?

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The foreman is the juror selected to lead the jury, facilitate discussions, and communicate the jury's decisions to the court.

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What is testimony?

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Testimony is a formal statement given by a witness in a court of law, recounting what they saw, heard, or experienced.

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What is a defendant?

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A defendant is an individual accused of a crime in a court of law, who is being defended against the charges.

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What is the role of the prosecution?

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The prosecution is the legal party responsible for presenting the case against the defendant in a criminal trial.

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What does acquittal mean?

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Acquittal is a legal judgment that officially clears a defendant of criminal charges, declaring them not guilty.

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What is circumstantial evidence?

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Circumstantial evidence is evidence that relies on an inference to connect it to a conclusion of fact, rather than direct proof.

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What does premeditated mean?

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Premeditated refers to an action that was planned or thought out in advance, especially in the context of a crime.

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What is reasonable doubt?

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Reasonable doubt is the standard of proof required in criminal trials, meaning that if there is any reasonable uncertainty about the defendant's guilt, they must be acquitted.