Foundations of Criminal Justice

Standard of proof  requiring evidence to make a reasonable person believe a crime was committed

The administrative recording of an arrest.

A less serious offense punishable by less than a year in prison or fine only.

Politically defined geographical area.

A person against whom a legal action has been brought, warrant issued or indictment found.

Charging document specifying that an offense has been committed by a person named or described.

Serious offense punishable by more that a year in prison up to death.

A written accusation by the grand jury that a person has committed a crime.

A written order directing law enforcement to arrest a person.

The seizing and detaining of a person by lawful authority.

Usually the violation of a law of a city or town.

An organization that persuades people to abide by dominant values of society.

An immediate trial without a judge.

Monetary guarantee deposited to ensure that a person returns for court.

The document that outlines the formal charges against a suspect.