Chp. 6: Trial Procedures

Question 0

The Judge (bench/court)

Answer 0

• must act impartially
• decided what evidence is admissible
• rule on credibility of witness statements, if accused is guilty & set the sentence

Question 1

adversial system

Answer 1

system of law in which two or more opposing sides present their case in court

Question 2

Justices of the Peace

Answer 2

• have less power than judges

- May issue documents for police (search warrants)

Question 3

Crown Attorney (prosecutors)

Answer 3

lawyer who prosecutes on behalf of gov. + society

• must disclose all evidence
• must prove beyond reasonable doubt the accused committed the crime

Question 4

sequester

Answer 4

To keep the jury together and isolated until it reaches a verdict

Question 5

Arraignment

Answer 5

At the opening of a criminal trial, the charge is read out to the accused & the plea is entered

Question 6

Direct Evidence

Answer 6

Information given by an eyewitness about the event in question

Question 7

Circumstantial evidence

Answer 7

Indirect evidence not based on personal knowledge