One that initiates and carries out a legal action, especially criminal proceedings.
jury
A body of persons sworn to judge and give a verdict on a given matter, especially a body of persons summoned by law and sworn to hear and hand down a verdict upon a case presented in court.
opening arguments
The beginning of the trial where each attorney makes a statement about the case
closing arguments
At the end of the trial where each attorney sums up the case
testify
To make a declaration of truth or fact under oath; submit testimony: witnesses testifying before a grand jury.
defense attorney
The lawyer representing the defendant
prosecuting attorney
A government official who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state
"The Bench"
Refers to the judge and where he sits
expert witness
A witness with experience in a specific area who testifies (both sides can provide their own witnesses)
