Now that I'm all by myself, I'm going to indulge in this last cookie.

I don't think anyone will notice.

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Today, I will explain some words related to trials.

While I'm hoping you'll never have to use these words in real life,

becoming familiar with this language will help you better grasp the subject

and engage in conversation

on the topic. Come on, let's start.

Number one, the accused or defendant.

The person who is accused of breaking the law is called the accused or defendant.

They have the right to tell the side of the story and present evidence to the judge.

Example. The police arrested the defendant. He's accused of having eaten the last cookie in the box.

Number two. Courtroom

A courtroom is a place where legal cases are heard and decided.

People go there when they are accused of doing something illegal

or have a disagreement that needs to be settled by a judge or jury.

Example.

The trial of the defendant will take place in the courtroom. Number three, crime.

A crime is an act or a mission against the law, punishable by a fine, imprisonment, or both. For example, stealing is a crime.

Example. I just committed a crime. What crime did you commit? I ate the last cookie without sharing. That's an unforgivable crime. In this case, legally, it would not be a crime, but it is unforgivable to eat the last cookie without sharing it.

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