Steps of a Criminal Trial
In groups of two, use the internet to research how a criminal case moves through the court system. You
may receive results from a variety of states. Most states are fairly close in terms of the basic steps of a
trial, however, in researching this process be sure to cite which state you have received your
information from.
Your information should included, at a minimum the following aspects and steps in the trail:
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Admissible
Appeals
Appearances
Arraignment
Arrest
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
Civil Lawsuit
Closing Arguments
Cross-examination
Defendant
Defense Attorney
Deliberation
Direct Examination
Discovery
Evidence
Hearings
Opening Arguments
Physical Evidence
Plaintiff
Prosecuting Attorney
Recross Examination
Redirect Examination
Rests its Case
Sentencing
Testimony
Trial
Verdict
Explain the correct order from beginning to end of a trial, using the following terms, bolding or
highlighting them each time they are used. For each step in the trial, be sure to fully explain with
examples and details. Use Google Docs to type your information, save and share on goggle drive.
When finished complete the same steps for the order of a Civil Trial. Just include the order you do not
need to include additional terms.
Grading – 15 point possible (10 pts criminal, 5 pts civil)