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Police take a suspect into custody based on probable cause.

Accused is formally charged and enters a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest.

The convicted person serves their sentence, which may include imprisonment, probation, or parole.

Judge determines if there is enough evidence to proceed with a trial.

A formal examination of evidence in a court, typically with a jury, to decide guilt in a case.

Efforts to reform the convicted person during and after their sentence, with the goal of preventing future offenses.

Negotiation between the defendant and the prosecutor, where the defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for a lesser charge or lighter sentence.

Law enforcement examines the crime scene, gathers evidence, and seeks to identify a suspect.

Suspect appears before a judge, informed of charges, and bail may be set.

The actual committing of the crime by an individual.

Judge determines the punishment for the convicted individual.

In some jurisdictions, a grand jury decides whether to indict the accused.

Convicted person can request a higher court to review the case for legal errors.

Convicted person is released from prison after serving their sentence or granted early release.