Vocabulary and Spelling for Law Enforcement Flashcards

Which word means 'to formally charge someone with a crime following a grand jury review'?

Answer: Indict

To indict means to formally charge a person with a crime after a grand jury finds sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

The word 'clandestine' most nearly means:

Answer: Secret or hidden

Clandestine means conducted secretly or covertly, often to avoid detection, as in clandestine drug operations.

Which of the following is spelled correctly?

Answer: Subpoena

Subpoena is the correct spelling of the legal document compelling a person to appear in court or produce evidence.

The word 'perpetrator' refers to:

Answer: A person who commits a criminal act

A perpetrator is the individual who carries out or commits a crime or other wrongful act.

The term 'jurisdiction' refers to:

Answer: Official power to make legal decisions within a geographic area

Jurisdiction is the official legal authority of a court or law enforcement agency to operate and make decisions within a defined territory.

Which of the following is spelled correctly?

Answer: Misdemeanor

Misdemeanor is the correct American English spelling for a criminal offense less serious than a felony.

The term 'exculpatory evidence' refers to evidence that:

Answer: Tends to clear or excuse a suspect from fault

Exculpatory evidence tends to exonerate a suspect by showing they did not commit the crime or had a justifiable reason.