12 angry men Flashcards
acquit
To declare that someone is not guilty.
alibi
A piece of evidence that shows someone was in a different place when a crime happened.
alleged
A claim that does not have evidence.
convict (v)
To determine that someone is legally guilty.
deliberate
To carefully think about something before making a decision.
evidence
Facts and proof that show something.
- hung jury
A jury that can’t agree on a decision.
juror
A person who is a member of a jury.
motive
The reason behind someone’s actions.
premeditated
Something that was planned or thought out in advance.
- reasonable doubt
If the judge or jury is uncertain about the accused being innocent or guilty, then the accused should be considered not guilty.
suspect
A person who might be involved in a crime.
testimony
What someone says about their side of the story.
verdict
The decision made by the jury.
stereotype
A generalization about a group of people.
