Courtroom actors Flashcards
1
Q
Who reaches a verdict?
A
the jury
2
Q
Who takes the stand?
A
A Witness
3
Q
Who swears an oath?
A
The witness (and the jurors)
4
Q
Who enters a plea?
A
The defendant (or their attorney)
5
Q
Who transcribes the proceedings?
A
The court reporter or stenographer
6
Q
Who sustains an objection?
A
The Judge
7
Q
Who discredits a witness?
A
The opposing attorney (the one who did not call the witness).
8
Q
Who questions the jury?
A
The Judge
9
Q
Who arraigns the defendant?
A
The Judge
10
Q
Who delivers the verdict in court?
A
The jury foreman or forewoman
11
Q
Who passes sentence?
A
The Judge
12
Q
Who lodges a complaint with the law?
A
The plaintiff
13
Q
Who makes an opening statement?
A
The attorneys
14
Q
Who asks the court for clemency?
A
The convict (defendant found guilty)
15
Q
Who keeps order in court?
A
The judge
