Legal Terminology and Court Processes

Legal Terminology and Court Processes

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9th Grade

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1.

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What is court systems?

Back

neutral panels established by government agencies to settle a variety of disputes among different parties of people and businesses

2.

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Front

What is an Appeal?

Back

transfer of a case from a lower to a higher level for a new hearing

3.

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Front

What is a Plaintiff?

Back

party initiating a lawsuit against an organization or individual

4.

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What is a Defendant?

Back

party denying or defending against allegations made by the plaintiff

5.

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Front

What is a Victim?

Back

person against whom a crime has been committed

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does a Defense Attorney do?

Back

represents the defendant and ensures the defendant is protected according to the law

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Judge?

Back

officer in charge of the court proceeding; ensures all evidence used in the trial is legal, instructs the jury and typically provides the sentence when a defendant is convicted

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