History-Study Guide 3/27/17 Flashcards
What is a Jury?
A jury is a group of citizens summoned and sworn to decide on the facts of the case at a trial.
6-12
Amendment 6
Gives trial by jury in criminal trial
Amendment 7
Gives trial by jury in civil trial
Where does federal Court get their powers?
From the U.S Constitution
To decide if a defendant is guilty or innocent a juror must use______ and _________
Facts and evidence
Where does the State Court get their powers?
From the state’s Constitution
Name one role of a judge:
•Determining when evidence may be considered by the jury
How many jurors must vote guilty to find a defendant guilty of a crime?
ALL!! (Unanimous)
Prosecutor
Government attorney in a criminal case
Jury Instructions
Hint!! Instructions!!
What does a grand jury decide?
If there is enough evidence to go to trial
Grand Jury
16-23 citizens deciding if there is enough evidence to go to trail
Where in the Florida Constitution does it give citizens the right to a jury?
The declaration of rights
-Article 1
Defendant
The party sewed of being charged in a trial
In Florida, how many jurors must vote for death or life in prison for the defendant to receive that sentence?
ALL OF THEM!!!
