Crime Vocabulary
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Glossary Reference
Legal and social terms related to illegal acts, law enforcement, and the justice system.
crime
An act committed in violation of a law that forbids it.
felony
A serious crime, typically one punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.
misdemeanor
A minor wrongdoing or a less serious offense compared to a felony.
offense
A violation or breaking of a law or rule; a crime or wrongdoing.
prosecution
The act of prosecuting someone in a court of law; the legal proceedings against a defendant.
defense
The action of defending against attack or harm.
verdict
A decision made by a jury or judge in a court of law.
conviction
A firmly held belief or opinion.
acquittal
A legal judgment that officially clears someone of a criminal charge.
bail
The temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, sometimes on the condition of a sum of money to guarantee their appearance in court.
plaintiff
A person who brings a case against another in a court of law.
defendant
A person who is accused in a court of law.
testimony
A formal statement or declaration made under oath, usually given in court.
witness
A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, and can provide a firsthand account.
subpoena
A legal document ordering someone to appear in court or produce evidence.
arraignment
A legal term referring to the formal reading of a criminal charge in the presence of the defendant, who is asked to enter a plea.
sentencing
The official punishment given by a court to someone found guilty of a crime.
appeal
A request or plea for something, often for help or a favorable decision.
jurisdiction
The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
parole
The conditional release of a prisoner before the completion of their sentence.
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