Criminal Courts

Criminal Courts The professional courtroom work groups consist of judges, prosecuting attorney, defense attorneys, public defender, and others who earn a living serving the courts. Schmallager (20010) stated (pp. 269-307). Trail judges duty is to ensure justice he or she is responsible for safeguarding the right of the accused and the interests of the public in the administration of criminal justice. The courtroom judge has authority, ruling of the law weighing objections from both sides, deciding on the admissibility of evidence, and disciplining anyone who challenges the order of the court. Prosecuting attorney has the job of representative of the people in state case against the defendant accused of committing criminal offenses. Defense counsel are trained lawyers who represent the accused as soon as possible after arrest and ensure the defendant civil rights are not violated during the process by the criminal justice system. Defense attorneys defend criminal defendants in the United States it can be a private attorney, court appointed, and a public defender lawyer. Bailiff is an armed law enforcement officer who ensures order in the courtroom, announce the judge’s entry into the courtroom, call witnesses, and prevent the escape of the accused. Bailiffs in federal courtroom are deputy U.S. marshal. Trial court administrator’s job is to facilitate the function of the courts in particular judicial districts of areas. Court reporter crate an accurate record of all that occurs during a trial, and the clerk of court duties extent pass the courtroom the Clark maintains all records of criminal case. An expert witness has special knowledge and skills recognized by the court as relevant to the determination of guilt or innocence. The courtroom works together so that the trails are speedy, and the issues are resolving between the prosecutors,