Editing Guide to trials (section)

== Trial Systems ==
There are different ways in which you can conduct a trial. Here are a few examples.

=== Bench Trial System ===
If you've played any of the Ace Attorney games, you know exactly how this style of trial is performed. The key word is ''speed''; this trial system is designed to counter the problems with endless trials that drag on forever, and to process criminals rapidly.

In a Bench Trial, there is no jury. The Prosecution and Defence start with their opening statements, usually reinforced by presenting some basic evidence. At this point, one of both sides will usually call a Witness to the stand. The Witness is always fetched by the Bailiff and their subordinates. At the stand they give their testimony, which is then ''cross-examined''; what this means is that the Defence and Prosecution may point out contradictions in the testimony, or ask the Witness to clarify parts.

The goal for both sides is to convince the Judge of the verdict that benefits them, Guilty for the Prosecution and Not Guilty for the Defence. Once the trial has progressed to a point where there are no mysteries remaining and no evidence or Witnesses left the Judge will deliver this verdict, thus concluding the trial.

=== Jury System ===
If a Jury is present at a trial, they will decide on the verdict instead of the Judge. During the trial, the Jury must be kept separate from the rest of the crew, and be granted plenty of private time to discuss the case. The trial will not end until all members of the Jury vote for the same verdict.

=== Trial by Combat ===
This type of trial completely bypasses all legal systems and is a test of strength between the Defence and the Prosecution. It's simply a fight in which the victorious party decides the verdict. If you want to perform this type of trial, ensure that all involved parties agree and '''get admin approval'''.