Criminal Justice

Chapter 9 Worksheet

Explain why both sides would agree to a plea bargain?

What is a court of limited jurisdiction? (add an example)

What is a specialized court? (add an example)

What is a court of general jurisdiction? (add an example)

What does an appellate court do?

How does a case get heard by the U.S. Supreme Court?

Explain what is meant by court congestion?

Explain how the Missouri Plan would pick a judge?

Explain arbitration.

Explain mediation and why is it different then arbitration?

What is the job of the prosecutor?

Describe prosecutorial Discretion?

What is the role of the Defense attorney?

Make sure you know the terms.....