Created by Erin Harrison
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Question | Answer |
Step 1: Crime | any violation of the criminal law; contains elements that must be proven independently beyond a reasonable doubt (BRD) |
Step 2: Arrest | physical taking into custody of an alleged violator |
Step 3: Initial Appearance | felony or misdemeanor notice; first judicial contact, no lawyer present; told of preliminary charges |
Step 4: Bail | promise that, if released, they will appear at trial or forfeit cash, property, and freedom |
Step 5: Preliminary Hearing | pre-trial procedure, typically for felonies, with a probable cause determination by a judge; lawyer is present |
Step 6: Charging | can come before or after the preliminary hearing, where formal criminal charges are announced |
Step 7: Grand Jury | group of citizens validate probable cause |
Step 8: Arraignment | informed of formal charges; required to enter a plea |
Step 9: Discovery | formal and informal exchange of information |
Step 10: Plea Negotiations | where most criminal cases plea out; formally discussing a bargain between the defense and the prosecution |
Step 11: Trial | fact-finding process through adversarial methods |
Step 12: Sentencing | after guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt, punishment is imposed |
Step 13: Appeal | after conviction, a review of lower court decisions and procedures |
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