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Civil Criminal Cases Crossword

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Civil Criminal Cases Crossword

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📚 Learning Goals

I can... identify key terms related to civil and criminal cases

I can... distinguish between different roles in the legal system

I can... understand basic legal vocabulary

Instructions

Use the word bank below to complete the crossword puzzle. Each word relates to civil or criminal cases in our legal system. Read each clue carefully and find the matching word from the word bank.

Word Bank

PLAINTIFF • DEFENDANT • JURY • VERDICT • PROSECUTION • DEFENSE • FELONY • MISDEMEANOR • TRIAL • EVIDENCE

🧩 Crossword Puzzle

Complete the crossword grid using the clues below and the word bank above.

Grid Space - Draw your crossword answers here:

ACROSS Clues

1. The person who brings a case to court (9 letters)
4. A serious crime that can result in prison time (6 letters)
6. The legal proceeding where a case is heard (5 letters)
8. Information and objects used to prove something in court (8 letters)
9. The final decision made by a judge or jury (7 letters)

DOWN Clues

2. The person accused of a crime or sued in court (9 letters)
3. A group of citizens who decide the outcome of a case (4 letters)
5. The lawyers who try to prove someone is guilty (11 letters)
7. A minor crime with lighter punishment (11 letters)
10. The lawyers who protect the accused person (7 letters)

✏️ Reflection & Extension

1. Choose one word from the crossword and write a sentence explaining its role in our legal system:
2. Extension Activity: What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case? Write 2-3 sentences.

Success Criteria

Check off when complete:

I completed at least 7 crossword answers

I used the word bank to help me

I wrote a clear sentence about a legal term

I explained the difference between civil and criminal cases

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