Twelve Angry Men -- Vocabulary - Definitions

Front

What is the term for a decision on a disputed issue, especially in a legal context?

Back

Verdict

Front

The power to make legal decisions and judgments is known as what?

Back

Jurisdiction

Front

Which term refers to the legal party responsible for presenting the case against an individual in a trial?

Back

Prosecution

Front

What is a formal declaration of innocence in a legal context?

Back

Acquittal

Front

A legal order to attend court is known as what?

Back

Subpoena

Front

What is the term for the person accused of a crime in a court of law?

Back

Defendant

Front

What is the legal term for a group of citizens sworn to give a verdict in a trial?

Back

Jury

Front

What is the term for the process of questioning a witness in court?

Back

Examination

Front

What is the term for a statement made by a witness under oath?

Back

Testimony

Front

What is the legal term for the act of formally charging someone with a crime?

Back

Indictment