Legal Terminology in Criminal Law

What is meant by 'criminal act' in criminal law?

• D) An action that is always justified

• A) An action that is always legal

• B) An action that violates the law and can be punished

• C) An action that only affects property

What does 'verdict' mean in the context of criminal law?

• G) A police report summary

• B) The final decision made by the court

• F) A preliminary hearing outcome

• E) A statement from the defense attorney

What is meant by 'prosecution' in criminal law?

• A civil lawsuit process

• B) An official request to punish the defendant

• A plea bargain agreement

• A witness testimony procedure

What is 'defendant' in criminal law?

• B) The person accused of a crime

• A) The person who decides the verdict

• C) The individual who witnesses the crime

• D) The person who provides legal advice to the defendant

What does 'sentence' refer to in criminal law?

• D) The role of a defense attorney

• A) The legal definition of a crime

• B) The punishment given to a convicted person

• C) The appeal process for a conviction

What is 'bail' in the context of criminal law?

• A type of evidence in court

• B) A temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial

• A form of legal representation

• A financial penalty imposed after conviction

What does 'appeal' mean in criminal law?

• A) A request for a new trial

• A type of criminal charge

• A legal term for a witness

• A request for a plea bargain

What is 'testimony' in the context of criminal law?

• A legal document outlining charges

• A type of evidence presented in court

• A summary of the case facts

• B) A formal statement given by a witness

What does 'indictment' mean in criminal law?

• A type of legal representation

• A request for a trial date

• A sentence given by the judge

• A) A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime

What is 'plea bargain' in criminal law?

• E) A plea made by the victim

• F) A type of sentencing

• G) A method of jury selection

• A) A negotiation between the defendant and prosecutor