CRM 2300 Lecture : 6th lecture.docx
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In order for the ritual to happen you need to have public participation because it is the public participation that lets us buy into the process y behavior is strictly monitored, no talking, no texting, etc. The main action is happening in the triangle. (judge and 2 lawyers) y the tj, defense council and the crown attorney are the celebrants. Ex; when a witness comes up, they say, do you swear to tell the truth, etc a form of ritualized speech. The accuse can plead guilty or not guilty, there are no other options. It also makes it easier to come up with more effective solutions y. Black letter law that is used to established throughout the criminal process; **responsible on the midterm, how this functions (the steps) y criminal liability: only want to punish the accused if the accuse is blameworthy (ex; did joe commit the crime?)