Accesory
A person who helps commit a crime but is usually not present at the crime
Accomplice
A person who voluntarily helps another person commit a crime
Affidavit
A written statement of facts sworn to under oath
Clemency
A power given to a public official to in come way lower the harshness of a punishment imposed on a prisoner
Continuance
The postponement of the court proceedings in a case to a future time
Exonerate
To clear from an accusation, remove guilt or blame from an individual
Extradition
The surrender of an alleged criminal by one state or nation to another
Immunity
When a person receives freedom from being prosecuted or sued, usually as part of a deal to give testimony in a case
Interrogate
To question a witness or suspected criminal
Malice
Ill will or deliberate intent to harm someone