In About Half the States and in the Federal System

question 10

Short Answer

In about half the states and in the federal system, the decision of whether to bring a suspect to trial (indictment) is made by a group of citizens brought together to form a __________________.

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Definitions:

Scar Tissue

Fibrous tissue that forms during the healing process of a wound, potentially leading to changes in skin texture and appearance.

Cirrhosis

A chronic liver disease marked by degeneration of cells, inflammation, and significant fibrosis or scarring of liver tissue.

Chronic Liver Disease

Long-term damage to the liver from any cause leading to loss of liver function, which can result in scarring (cirrhosis), liver failure, and other complications.

Stomach Lining

The inner layer of the stomach, consisting of mucus membranes that protect it from acidic digestive juices.