Reference no: EM133711969 , Length: Words Count:700
Assignment:
The criminal trial process has many components. In this assessment, you explore real-life examples of the criminal trial process in 2 different types of trials.
Search the Internet for trials using parameters such as, but not limited to, "watch criminal trials online," or visit the Wild About Trial website.
Compare 2 criminal trials that occurred in the United States. If possible, compare a murder trial with one involving another major felony. Include the parties represented in each trial (i.e., plaintiff and defendant).
Write as a Word document a 350 to 700 word comparison in which you:
- Summarize what each trial was about.
- Identify the type of court the trials were held in. Refer for types of courts in the United States.
- Describe as many of the steps of each trial as you can. Refer for the steps/process.
- Explain the similarities and differences between the 2 trials you selected.
- Identify as many of the actors of each trial as you can who played a role in the steps of the trial process. What were their roles?
Cite a minimum of 2 sources (one source for each trial).
Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.
Submit your assignment.
The cases to be discussed in this assignment must be criminal cases that went to trial in the United States. A case that has not yet gone to trial is unacceptable. A case that was resolved by a change of plea is unacceptable. A case outside of the United States is unacceptable.