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 'verdict' mean in a legal context?

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A decision on a disputed issue.

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What does 'testimony' refer to in a courtroom?

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A witness's statement under oath.

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What does 'evidence' mean in a trial?

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

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What does 'jurisdiction' mean?

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The power to make legal decisions and judgments.

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What is the role of a jury?

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A group of people sworn to render a verdict in a trial.

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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 in a court of law.

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What does 'deliberation' mean in a jury context?

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The process by which a jury discusses the evidence and reaches a verdict.

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What is 'cross-examination'?

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The questioning of a witness by the opposing party in a trial.