Grand jury - A body of 16-23 citizens who listen to evidence of criminal allegations, which is presented by the prosecutors, and determine whether there is probable cause to believe an individual committed an offense. See also indictment and U.S. attorney.⏎
Inculpatory evidence - Evidence indicating that a defendant did commit the crime.⏎
Hearsay - Evidence presented by a witness who did not see or hear the incident in question but heard about it from someone else. With some exceptions, hearsay generally is not admissible as evidence at trial⏎
Judgment - The official decision of a court finally resolving the dispute between the parties to the lawsuit.⏎
Misdemeanor - An offense punishable by one year of imprisonment or less. See also felony.⏎