HearsayTestimonyA statement madeoutside of courtthat is generallyinadmissible asevidence unless itmeets specificexceptions.AppealA legal process bywhich a highercourt reviews alower court'sdecision todetermine if errorswere made.RestorationThe process ofregainingcompetency tostand trial, oftenthrough educationor treatment.DismissedA case droppedby the court dueto insufficientevidence orother legalreasons.JuryTrialA trial in which ajury of one’s peersdetermines guilt orinnocence basedon the evidencepresented.Not Guiltyby Reasonof Insanity(NGRI)A plea statingthat thedefendant waslegally insaneat the time ofthe crime.RationalThinkingThe ability tothinklogically andmake sounddecisions.Attorney-ClientPrivilegeA legal rule thatkeepscommunicationsbetween a lawyerand their clientconfidential.EighthAmendmentProhibitsexcessive bail,excessive fines,and cruel andunusualpunishment.ProSeRepresentingoneself incourt withouta lawyer.CourtClerkAn officialresponsible forcourt records,scheduling, andadministrativetasks.BailiffA court officerresponsible formaintainingorder andsecurity in thecourtroom.DeferredSentenceA sentencepostponed toallow thedefendant tomeet certainconditions.SuspendedSentenceA sentence thatis imposed butnot servedunless anothercrime iscommitted.TestimonyA formalstatementgiven by awitness incourt.DecorumProper andrespectfulbehavior ina courtroom.DefenseAttorney/PublicDefenderA lawyer whorepresents adefendant incourt, eitherprivately hired orcourt-appointed.Legal/DefenseStrategyThe approachtaken by thedefense attorneyto protect thedefendant’srights.Search&SeizureThe process bywhich lawenforcementinvestigates aperson’s propertyand takes evidencerelevant to a case.TrialA formal legalproceedingwhere evidenceis presented,and a verdict isdetermined.MirandaWarningA statement given bypolice to informarrested individualsof their rights,including the right toremain silent and theright to an attorney.PhysicalEvidenceTangible items,such as DNA,fingerprints, orweapons, usedin a trial.FineA financialpenaltypaid tothe court.NoContestA plea wherethe defendantdoes not admitguilt butacceptspunishment.TestifyTo giveevidence asa witnessunder oath.Eye-WitnessA personwho directlyobserved theevents inquestion.NotGuiltyVerdictA decision by ajudge or jury thatthe defendant didnot commit thecrime or that therewas not enoughevidence to convict.DueProcessof LawA constitutionalguarantee that legalproceedings will befair and thatindividuals will begiven notice and anopportunity to beheard.EvidenceInformationused in courtto prove ordisprove anallegation.JudgeThe official whopresides over legalproceedings,ensures laws arefollowed, andissues rulings.MisdemeanorA less seriouscrime, oftenpunishable by afine or jail timeof up to oneyear.JuryA group ofcitizensselected todetermine theverdict in a trial.RespectTreating otherswith courtesyandprofessionalism.ConfidentialityThe ethicaland legalduty to keepinformationprivate.CourtReporterThe personwho transcribeseverything saidduring a courtproceeding.AlibiWitnessA witness whocan confirm thatthe defendantwas elsewhereat the time of thecrime.AcquittalA legaljudgmentthat thedefendant isnot guilty.Incompetentto Proceed(ITP)A legal statusmeaning adefendant is unableto participate intheir trial due tomental illness orcognitive limitations.AttireProperclothing forcourtappearances.CharacterWitnessA person whotestifies aboutthe defendant’sreputation,values, andmoral character.SixthAmendmentGuarantees theright to a speedyand public trial, animpartial jury, anattorney, and theability to confrontwitnesses.ExpertWitnessA specialistwho providesprofessionalopinions basedon expertise ina certain field.DefendantThe personaccused of acrime andfacing chargesin a court oflaw.SentenceThepunishmentgiven to adefendantfound guilty of acrime.FactA statementthat can beproven true.Prosecutor/DistrictAttorneyA lawyer whorepresents thegovernment incriminal cases andseeks to prove thedefendant’s guilt.RealityOrientationAwareness oftime, place,andcircumstances.ChargeThe formalaccusationagainst adefendantstating thealleged crime.GuiltyVerdictA decision by ajudge or jurythat thedefendantcommitted thecrime.FifthAmendmentProtects againstself-incriminationand doublejeopardy andguarantees dueprocess.LawyerA professionalwho practiceslaw andrepresentsclients in legalmatters.DirectEvidenceEvidence thatdirectly proves afact withoutrequiring inference(e.g., surveillancefootage of acrime).Right toanAttorneyA legal right thatensuresdefendants haveaccess to legalrepresentation,even if they cannotafford a lawyer.TruthfulProvidinghonest andaccurateinformationwhile testifying.Self-IncriminationThe act ofimplicatingoneself in acrime, which theFifth Amendmentprotects against.BurdenofProofThe obligation ofthe prosecution toprove thedefendant's guiltbeyond areasonable doubt.SpeedyTrialThe right tohave a trialconductedwithoutunnecessarydelays.WitnessStatementA written orspoken accountfrom a witnessabout what theysaw orexperienced.RestitutionMoney paid bythe defendantto compensatevictims fordamages orlosses.CompetencyThe ability tounderstandcourtproceedingsand assist inone’s defense.ProbationA sentenceallowing thedefendant toremain free undercourt-orderedconditions.FelonyA seriouscrime, typicallypunishable bymore than oneyear in prison.VerdictThe final decisionin a case,determiningwhether adefendant is guiltyor not guilty.WitnessA person whoprovidestestimony incourt aboutwhat they saw,heard, or know.CircumstantialEvidenceEvidence thatsuggests a fact butdoes not directlyprove it (e.g.,fingerprints foundat a crime scene).FictionA statementthat ismade up orfalse.ConfessionAn admissionby a defendantthat theycommitted acrime.HearingA legalproceedingbefore a judgeto discuss andresolve specificlegal issues.FourthAmendmentProtectsindividuals fromunreasonablesearches andseizures by thegovernment.WarrantA legal documentissued by a judgeallowing lawenforcement toconduct a searchor make an arrest.NotGuiltyPleaA formaldenial by adefendant ofthe chargesagainst them.AlibiA defensestating that theaccused wassomewhereelse when thecrime occurred.CollaborateTo worktogether towarda commongoal, such as alegal defense.PleaBargainAn agreementwhere thedefendant pleadsguilty in exchangefor a lesser chargeor lightersentence.GuiltyPleaA formaladmission by adefendant thatthey committedthe crime.ExclusionaryRuleA legal principlethat prohibits theuse of evidenceobtained illegallyin a trial.HospitalCommitmentPlacement ina mentalhealth facilityinstead of jailfor treatment.HearsayTestimonyA statement madeoutside of courtthat is generallyinadmissible asevidence unless itmeets specificexceptions.AppealA legal process bywhich a highercourt reviews alower court'sdecision todetermine if errorswere made.RestorationThe process ofregainingcompetency tostand trial, oftenthrough educationor treatment.DismissedA case droppedby the court dueto insufficientevidence orother legalreasons.JuryTrialA trial in which ajury of one’s peersdetermines guilt orinnocence basedon the evidencepresented.Not Guiltyby Reasonof Insanity(NGRI)A plea statingthat thedefendant waslegally insaneat the time ofthe crime.RationalThinkingThe ability tothinklogically andmake sounddecisions.Attorney-ClientPrivilegeA legal rule thatkeepscommunicationsbetween a lawyerand their clientconfidential.EighthAmendmentProhibitsexcessive bail,excessive fines,and cruel andunusualpunishment.ProSeRepresentingoneself incourt withouta lawyer.CourtClerkAn officialresponsible forcourt records,scheduling, andadministrativetasks.BailiffA court officerresponsible formaintainingorder andsecurity in thecourtroom.DeferredSentenceA sentencepostponed toallow thedefendant tomeet certainconditions.SuspendedSentenceA sentence thatis imposed butnot servedunless anothercrime iscommitted.TestimonyA formalstatementgiven by awitness incourt.DecorumProper andrespectfulbehavior ina courtroom.DefenseAttorney/PublicDefenderA lawyer whorepresents adefendant incourt, eitherprivately hired orcourt-appointed.Legal/DefenseStrategyThe approachtaken by thedefense attorneyto protect thedefendant’srights.Search&SeizureThe process bywhich lawenforcementinvestigates aperson’s propertyand takes evidencerelevant to a case.TrialA formal legalproceedingwhere evidenceis presented,and a verdict isdetermined.MirandaWarningA statement given bypolice to informarrested individualsof their rights,including the right toremain silent and theright to an attorney.PhysicalEvidenceTangible items,such as DNA,fingerprints, orweapons, usedin a trial.FineA financialpenaltypaid tothe court.NoContestA plea wherethe defendantdoes not admitguilt butacceptspunishment.TestifyTo giveevidence asa witnessunder oath.Eye-WitnessA personwho directlyobserved theevents inquestion.NotGuiltyVerdictA decision by ajudge or jury thatthe defendant didnot commit thecrime or that therewas not enoughevidence to convict.DueProcessof LawA constitutionalguarantee that legalproceedings will befair and thatindividuals will begiven notice and anopportunity to beheard.EvidenceInformationused in courtto prove ordisprove anallegation.JudgeThe official whopresides over legalproceedings,ensures laws arefollowed, andissues rulings.MisdemeanorA less seriouscrime, oftenpunishable by afine or jail timeof up to oneyear.JuryA group ofcitizensselected todetermine theverdict in a trial.RespectTreating otherswith courtesyandprofessionalism.ConfidentialityThe ethicaland legalduty to keepinformationprivate.CourtReporterThe personwho transcribeseverything saidduring a courtproceeding.AlibiWitnessA witness whocan confirm thatthe defendantwas elsewhereat the time of thecrime.AcquittalA legaljudgmentthat thedefendant isnot guilty.Incompetentto Proceed(ITP)A legal statusmeaning adefendant is unableto participate intheir trial due tomental illness orcognitive limitations.AttireProperclothing forcourtappearances.CharacterWitnessA person whotestifies aboutthe defendant’sreputation,values, andmoral character.SixthAmendmentGuarantees theright to a speedyand public trial, animpartial jury, anattorney, and theability to confrontwitnesses.ExpertWitnessA specialistwho providesprofessionalopinions basedon expertise ina certain field.DefendantThe personaccused of acrime andfacing chargesin a court oflaw.SentenceThepunishmentgiven to adefendantfound guilty of acrime.FactA statementthat can beproven true.Prosecutor/DistrictAttorneyA lawyer whorepresents thegovernment incriminal cases andseeks to prove thedefendant’s guilt.RealityOrientationAwareness oftime, place,andcircumstances.ChargeThe formalaccusationagainst adefendantstating thealleged crime.GuiltyVerdictA decision by ajudge or jurythat thedefendantcommitted thecrime.FifthAmendmentProtects againstself-incriminationand doublejeopardy andguarantees dueprocess.LawyerA professionalwho practiceslaw andrepresentsclients in legalmatters.DirectEvidenceEvidence thatdirectly proves afact withoutrequiring inference(e.g., surveillancefootage of acrime).Right toanAttorneyA legal right thatensuresdefendants haveaccess to legalrepresentation,even if they cannotafford a lawyer.TruthfulProvidinghonest andaccurateinformationwhile testifying.Self-IncriminationThe act ofimplicatingoneself in acrime, which theFifth Amendmentprotects against.BurdenofProofThe obligation ofthe prosecution toprove thedefendant's guiltbeyond areasonable doubt.SpeedyTrialThe right tohave a trialconductedwithoutunnecessarydelays.WitnessStatementA written orspoken accountfrom a witnessabout what theysaw orexperienced.RestitutionMoney paid bythe defendantto compensatevictims fordamages orlosses.CompetencyThe ability tounderstandcourtproceedingsand assist inone’s defense.ProbationA sentenceallowing thedefendant toremain free undercourt-orderedconditions.FelonyA seriouscrime, typicallypunishable bymore than oneyear in prison.VerdictThe final decisionin a case,determiningwhether adefendant is guiltyor not guilty.WitnessA person whoprovidestestimony incourt aboutwhat they saw,heard, or know.CircumstantialEvidenceEvidence thatsuggests a fact butdoes not directlyprove it (e.g.,fingerprints foundat a crime scene).FictionA statementthat ismade up orfalse.ConfessionAn admissionby a defendantthat theycommitted acrime.HearingA legalproceedingbefore a judgeto discuss andresolve specificlegal issues.FourthAmendmentProtectsindividuals fromunreasonablesearches andseizures by thegovernment.WarrantA legal documentissued by a judgeallowing lawenforcement toconduct a searchor make an arrest.NotGuiltyPleaA formaldenial by adefendant ofthe chargesagainst them.AlibiA defensestating that theaccused wassomewhereelse when thecrime occurred.CollaborateTo worktogether towarda commongoal, such as alegal defense.PleaBargainAn agreementwhere thedefendant pleadsguilty in exchangefor a lesser chargeor lightersentence.GuiltyPleaA formaladmission by adefendant thatthey committedthe crime.ExclusionaryRuleA legal principlethat prohibits theuse of evidenceobtained illegallyin a trial.HospitalCommitmentPlacement ina mentalhealth facilityinstead of jailfor treatment.

Competency Bingo - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. A statement made outside of court that is generally inadmissible as evidence unless it meets specific exceptions.
    Hearsay Testimony
  2. A legal process by which a higher court reviews a lower court's decision to determine if errors were made.
    Appeal
  3. The process of regaining competency to stand trial, often through education or treatment.
    Restoration
  4. A case dropped by the court due to insufficient evidence or other legal reasons.
    Dismissed
  5. A trial in which a jury of one’s peers determines guilt or innocence based on the evidence presented.
    Jury Trial
  6. A plea stating that the defendant was legally insane at the time of the crime.
    Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI)
  7. The ability to think logically and make sound decisions.
    Rational Thinking
  8. A legal rule that keeps communications between a lawyer and their client confidential.
    Attorney-Client Privilege
  9. Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.
    Eighth Amendment
  10. Representing oneself in court without a lawyer.
    Pro Se
  11. An official responsible for court records, scheduling, and administrative tasks.
    Court Clerk
  12. A court officer responsible for maintaining order and security in the courtroom.
    Bailiff
  13. A sentence postponed to allow the defendant to meet certain conditions.
    Deferred Sentence
  14. A sentence that is imposed but not served unless another crime is committed.
    Suspended Sentence
  15. A formal statement given by a witness in court.
    Testimony
  16. Proper and respectful behavior in a courtroom.
    Decorum
  17. A lawyer who represents a defendant in court, either privately hired or court-appointed.
    Defense Attorney/Public Defender
  18. The approach taken by the defense attorney to protect the defendant’s rights.
    Legal/Defense Strategy
  19. The process by which law enforcement investigates a person’s property and takes evidence relevant to a case.
    Search & Seizure
  20. A formal legal proceeding where evidence is presented, and a verdict is determined.
    Trial
  21. A statement given by police to inform arrested individuals of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney.
    Miranda Warning
  22. Tangible items, such as DNA, fingerprints, or weapons, used in a trial.
    Physical Evidence
  23. A financial penalty paid to the court.
    Fine
  24. A plea where the defendant does not admit guilt but accepts punishment.
    No Contest
  25. To give evidence as a witness under oath.
    Testify
  26. A person who directly observed the events in question.
    Eye-Witness
  27. A decision by a judge or jury that the defendant did not commit the crime or that there was not enough evidence to convict.
    Not Guilty Verdict
  28. A constitutional guarantee that legal proceedings will be fair and that individuals will be given notice and an opportunity to be heard.
    Due Process of Law
  29. Information used in court to prove or disprove an allegation.
    Evidence
  30. The official who presides over legal proceedings, ensures laws are followed, and issues rulings.
    Judge
  31. A less serious crime, often punishable by a fine or jail time of up to one year.
    Misdemeanor
  32. A group of citizens selected to determine the verdict in a trial.
    Jury
  33. Treating others with courtesy and professionalism.
    Respect
  34. The ethical and legal duty to keep information private.
    Confidentiality
  35. The person who transcribes everything said during a court proceeding.
    Court Reporter
  36. A witness who can confirm that the defendant was elsewhere at the time of the crime.
    Alibi Witness
  37. A legal judgment that the defendant is not guilty.
    Acquittal
  38. A legal status meaning a defendant is unable to participate in their trial due to mental illness or cognitive limitations.
    Incompetent to Proceed (ITP)
  39. Proper clothing for court appearances.
    Attire
  40. A person who testifies about the defendant’s reputation, values, and moral character.
    Character Witness
  41. Guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial, an impartial jury, an attorney, and the ability to confront witnesses.
    Sixth Amendment
  42. A specialist who provides professional opinions based on expertise in a certain field.
    Expert Witness
  43. The person accused of a crime and facing charges in a court of law.
    Defendant
  44. The punishment given to a defendant found guilty of a crime.
    Sentence
  45. A statement that can be proven true.
    Fact
  46. A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases and seeks to prove the defendant’s guilt.
    Prosecutor/District Attorney
  47. Awareness of time, place, and circumstances.
    Reality Orientation
  48. The formal accusation against a defendant stating the alleged crime.
    Charge
  49. A decision by a judge or jury that the defendant committed the crime.
    Guilty Verdict
  50. Protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy and guarantees due process.
    Fifth Amendment
  51. A professional who practices law and represents clients in legal matters.
    Lawyer
  52. Evidence that directly proves a fact without requiring inference (e.g., surveillance footage of a crime).
    Direct Evidence
  53. A legal right that ensures defendants have access to legal representation, even if they cannot afford a lawyer.
    Right to an Attorney
  54. Providing honest and accurate information while testifying.
    Truthful
  55. The act of implicating oneself in a crime, which the Fifth Amendment protects against.
    Self-Incrimination
  56. The obligation of the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
    Burden of Proof
  57. The right to have a trial conducted without unnecessary delays.
    Speedy Trial
  58. A written or spoken account from a witness about what they saw or experienced.
    Witness Statement
  59. Money paid by the defendant to compensate victims for damages or losses.
    Restitution
  60. The ability to understand court proceedings and assist in one’s defense.
    Competency
  61. A sentence allowing the defendant to remain free under court-ordered conditions.
    Probation
  62. A serious crime, typically punishable by more than one year in prison.
    Felony
  63. The final decision in a case, determining whether a defendant is guilty or not guilty.
    Verdict
  64. A person who provides testimony in court about what they saw, heard, or know.
    Witness
  65. Evidence that suggests a fact but does not directly prove it (e.g., fingerprints found at a crime scene).
    Circumstantial Evidence
  66. A statement that is made up or false.
    Fiction
  67. An admission by a defendant that they committed a crime.
    Confession
  68. A legal proceeding before a judge to discuss and resolve specific legal issues.
    Hearing
  69. Protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.
    Fourth Amendment
  70. A legal document issued by a judge allowing law enforcement to conduct a search or make an arrest.
    Warrant
  71. A formal denial by a defendant of the charges against them.
    Not Guilty Plea
  72. A defense stating that the accused was somewhere else when the crime occurred.
    Alibi
  73. To work together toward a common goal, such as a legal defense.
    Collaborate
  74. An agreement where the defendant pleads guilty in exchange for a lesser charge or lighter sentence.
    Plea Bargain
  75. A formal admission by a defendant that they committed the crime.
    Guilty Plea
  76. A legal principle that prohibits the use of evidence obtained illegally in a trial.
    Exclusionary Rule
  77. Placement in a mental health facility instead of jail for treatment.
    Hospital Commitment