Legal Terms Flashcards

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Prosecution

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The legal team trying to prove the defendant is guilty (only in criminal cases).

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Defense

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The legal team representing the defendant, working to prove their innocence.

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Defendant

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The person accused of a crime (in a criminal case) or being sued (in a civil case).

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Plaintiff

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The person or group who brings a lawsuit against someone (prosecution)

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Testimony

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A statement or story given by a witness under oath in court.

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Testify

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To speak under oath in court, answering questions as a witness.

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Witness

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A person who gives testimony in a trial because they saw, heard, or know something important.

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Direct Examination

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When a lawyer questions a witness they called to support their case.

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Cross Examination

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When a lawyer questions a witness called by the other side, often to challenge their credibility.

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Evidence

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Any proof (such as documents, videos, witness statements, or objects) used to support a claim in a trial.