Chap 6 Flashcards
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Who can represent the accused in court?
Defense counsel
What decision will the jury make?
If the accused is guilty or not guilty
What happens if a prospective juror does not appear for jury selection?
Issued a warrant and criminally charged
What happens during the examination-in-chief?
The prosecution will call their witness(es)
To win the case, what must the accused prove
That they are innocent
What role does the accused have in the court case?
They have to appear in court
What happens to the witness who doesn’t appear in court?
An arrest warrant is issued for them
In a court case, who is less likely to be influenced by emotion and drama?
The judge
What do the Justices of the peace do in the courts?
They preside over the court of first appearance where the accused pleads
Who can reject or accept prospective jurors?
The Crown and the defense
How reliable are eye witness accounts?
They are not always reliable
What happens if a jury cannot reach a decision?
Hung jury; they choose a new jury
What could happen to a witness who doesn’t provide evidence in court?
They can be removed
What is sequestering?
To keep the jury together and isolated until it reaches a verdict
What are the responsibilities of the court clerk?
To keep the files, records, and process documents in front of the jury
