12 Questions
In a civil case, who are the parties typically referred to as?
Plaintiffs
Which constitutional amendment guarantees the right of the accused to be confronted with witnesses in criminal cases?
Sixth Amendment
What is the role of lawyers in a courtroom in relation to their clients?
To represent the client's interests
Which group of people has a right to attend their trials but often chooses not to?
Plaintiffs in civil cases
Who gives testimony about the facts or issues in a case?
Witnesses
In a criminal case, what is the government's lawyer typically called?
Prosecutor
What is the primary role of a public defender in a criminal case?
Represent the defendant during trial
In a civil case, who must parties wanting representation hire?
A private attorney
What is the main responsibility of the judge in a 'bench' trial?
Determine the facts and decide the case
What is the primary role of the jury in a court case?
Determine the facts and apply the law to reach a verdict
What is the primary responsibility of a court reporter during a trial?
Record everything that is said during the trial
Which machine is most commonly used by court reporters to record proceedings?
A stenotype machine
This quiz covers the definition and roles of parties involved in a lawsuit, including plaintiffs and defendants. It also explains the rights of defendants in criminal cases to be present during trials.
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