| A | B |
| search warrant | gives police power to enter a building |
| affidavit | sworn statement |
| Miranda | informs people of their rights |
| arraignment | where you enter a plea |
| prsonal recognizance | promise to return to court |
| grand jury | decides if defendant goes to trial |
| indictment | formal charge by grand jury |
| nolo contendere | does not admit guilt |
| exclusionary rule | illegal evidence cannot be used |
| change of venue | change the location of the trial |
| plea bargainning | reduced charges for a guilty plea |
| capital offense | crime punishable by death |
| contempt of court | an act to obstruct the court process |
| delinquent | a child who has committed a crime |
| C.H.I.N.S. | Children in need of supervision |
| initial hearing | confirms validity of arrest |