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Usually, at the end of a trial a jury will render a verdict. A verdict could be guilty or innocent depending on what the jury believes. Sometimes, there is no verdict and a mistrial can be declared and the case can be retried.
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Who decides civil lawsuit?
civil lawsuits are heard by a jury, then they make the decision. only if both parties agree to a non-jury trial does a judge make the decision.
How many people usually make up a jury in a criminal trial?
12
How do I make a sentence with the word pronouncement?
We're waiting now for the Queen's pronouncement.
What is the purpose of the grand jury system in our government?
There are a few purposes of a grand jury. The main reason for having a grand jury is to make sure that there will be a fair trial.
Why is the trial by jury important?
Well see when someone is on trial they are questioned and the questions start to build up and it is up to the jury to make the decision. The two reasons are thatif the jury is not convinced with the case then there is no more case but if they are convinced then it is a win win for everybody.
How many jury can make you not guilty?
Unless there is a mistrial or a new trial is ordered after a conviction is appealed, there is only one trial per defendant per set of charges. An acquittal (finding of "not guilty") cannot be appealed. This is the same whether the trial is heard by a judge (a bench trial) or a jury.
What is the best thing to do in murder trials jury or no jury?
It's sometimes thought that a "bench trial" is a better choice if the case is overly technical, or if there are circumstances to the case that might make a jury unsympathetic to the defendant.
How many people make up a jury?
There are 12 people on a Jury ** There are also six man (person) jury too. And Scotland uses 15 jurors in criminal trials.The number of people on a jury depends on the jurisdiction and type of trial.
Can a party Request a judge instead of jury?
Yes a party can waive the right to a jury trial and let the judge make the decision. In many states, in civil cases, you must request a jury in your initial pleading or you automatically waive your right to a jury.
What happens when a person waives their right to a jury and only the judge hears the case?
then the judge make the rulingAdded: Such a trial is known as a "bench trial." See below link:
What was the racial make up of the jury at OJs criminal trial?
For the 1995 murder trial, there were nine African-Americans, 2 Caucasians and 1 Hispanic. No information could be found for the 2008 robbery trial.
What group of people make the decisions in District Courts?
In US District courts - either the presiding Federal Judge (if a non-jury trial) or a federal jury impaneled to hear the case.
