Understanding Courtroom Procedures

What is an opening statement?

• An opening statement is a closing argument presented at the end.

• An opening statement is a summary of the judge's decision.
• An opening statement is an introduction that outlines the case and arguments.

What is a recess in a jurisdiction hearing?

• A formal conclusion of the jurisdiction hearing.
• A break in the proceedings of a jurisdiction hearing.

What happens during the presentation of evidence?

• Only one party presents evidence.
• Evidence is presented by both parties to support their case.

Who presents evidence first?

• Defense attorney

• Prosecutor

Why does the prosecutor present evidence first?

• They have the burden of proof

• To confuse the judge

• The defense attorney lets them

What is direct examination?

• Direct examination is the questioning of a witness by the lawyer that called them.

• The process of summarizing a witness's testimony after they have been questioned.

What is cross-examination?

• Cross-examination is the questioning of a witness by the opposing lawyer.

• Cross-examination is the initial questioning of a witness by the judge.

What is a closing statement?

• A closing statement is a legal document filed in court.
• A closing statement is a summary of everything presented in a case.

• The introduction of a jurisdiction hearing

Who decides the verdict?

• The judge

• The bailiff

• The prosecutor

• The defense attorney

What is a verdict?

• A summary of the evidence presented in court.
• A type of legal document filed by a lawyer.
• A final decision made by a judge in a legal case.