How Does a Trial Work? Flashcards
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A jury is selected.
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2
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A crime is committed.
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3
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The jury is selected by the judge, and approved by the prosecution and defense.
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4
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An investigation takes place.
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5
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The judge sets bail.
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6
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The suspect is arrested.
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7
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The suspect is advised of their Miranda Rights.
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8
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The suspect is sometimes offered a plea bargain.
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9
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The trial begins. Opening statements are read.
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10
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Both the prosecution and the defense present their closing arguments.
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11
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A jury Foreman is selected.
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12
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Evidence is presented before the jury, and witnesses give their testimony.
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13
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The jury deliberates until a unanimous verdict is achieved.
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14
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The Foreman of the jury presents the jury’s verdict to the judge
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15
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The judge reads the verdict
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