ABSTRACT
Task 1: Match the words and expressions in the box with their correct definition 1–9.
law-abiding
solicitor
defendant
jury
offender
victim
barrister
judge
witness
A person appointed to make legal decisions in a court of law.
A group of twelve citizens who are sworn to decide whether someone is guilty or innocent on the basis of evidence given in a court of law.
A person who sees something happen or is present when something happens.
A person who is accused of doing something illegal.
A person who is attacked or who is in an accident.
A qualified lawyer who gives advice to members of the public and acts for them in legal matters.
A person who commits an offence against the law.
A lawyer who can present a case in court.
An expression used to describe someone who obeys the law.
