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

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