chapter 5 Flashcards
appearance notice
a legal document stating the criminal charge and the court date
information
the starting document for a less serious offence
summons
an order to appear in criminal court
warrant
an order by a judge to arrest the accused for listed alleged offences
citizens arrest
detainment by a civilian of a person believed to have committed a crime
legal aid
legal services paid for by taxpayers. available to persons unable to afford a lawyer
duty counsel
a gov lawyer who provides legal advice to those just arrested
bail hearing
a hearing to decide whether an accused can be released from jail before trial and with what conditions
reverse onus
when the burden of proof is placed on the defence
undertaking
a document in which the accused agreed to appear in court as required
recognizance
a signed guarantee by the accused to appear in court as required and to abide by the terms
adjournment
a postponement of court business
preliminary hearing
a court hearing to determine if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial
resolution discussion
a pre trial meeting between the defence and the crown to try to resolve the case without a trial
plea negotiation
a deal between the crown and the defence for a guilty plea to a lesser charge and/or penalty
