Court entrance?

As a keen investigator, I approached the crossword clue ‘Court entrance?‘ with a set of clues and insights in mind. My first clue was the word ‘court‘, which immediately reminded me of a courtroom where a judge presides over cases. I then shifted my focus to ‘entrance‘ and thought about the different ways that the word could be interpreted. As I considered various options, it struck me that ‘entrance’ could refer to an opening or a way in, but it could also signify a statement or petition that opens a court case. This crucial insight led me to remember the legal term ‘plea‘, which is often used when a person enters a plea of guilty or not guilty in a court of law. With this connection made, I was able to confidently fill in ‘PLEA‘ as the answer to the mystery crossword clue. My sharp reasoning skills and keen eye for detail led me to crack the case and solve the puzzle in a way that was both satisfying and exhilarating.