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

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