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U.S. Attorney
Legal services; Courts
A lawyer appointed by the President in each judicial district to prosecute and defend cases for the federal government.
Indictment
Legal services; Courts
The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
Trial
Legal services; Courts
A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Appellate
Legal services; Courts
About appeals; an appellate court has the power to review the judgement of another lower court or tribunal.
Pretrial conference
Legal services; Courts
A meeting of the judge and lawyers to discuss which matters should be presented to the jury, to review evidence and witnesses, to set a timetable, and to discuss the settlement of the case.
Jury
Legal services; Courts
Persons selected according to law and sworn to inquire into and declare a verdict on matters of fact.
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