A person against whom a claim or charge is brought in a court of law.

A lawyer who represents the government in a court case and brings charges against the defendant.

A period of time in which a student is held in a school as a punishment for misbehavior.

Calm, quiet, or restrained in manner or behavior; not violent or aggressive.

A serious crime, typically one that involves violence or significant harm to others.

A person who provides legal advice and represents others in legal matters.

Clearly revealed to the senses or to the understanding; easily seen or understood.

Referring to information or evidence that is allowed to be presented in a court of law.

To make a statement under oath for the purpose of providing evidence in court.

The purpose or reason behind an action, especially in a legal context.

A person who assists another in committing a crime, sharing in the criminal intent and action.

A formal decision made by a jury or judge regarding the outcome of a trial.

An expression of disapproval or disagreement with something presented in court.

To put off or suspend a meeting or session to a later time or date.

To gather again for a meeting or session after a break or interruption.

To declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge in a court trial.

The intention or purpose behind an action, especially in legal terms, determining if a crime was committed deliberately.