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Who makes the decision about innocence or guilt in most criminal trials?
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What does a jury do in a court room?
listens to the evidence presented then renders a decision of guilt or innocence
What is a speedy jury?
Quick at making a decision of guilt or innocence. Opposite of a "HUNG" jury.
Is the jury's verdict must be a majority in favor of guilt or innocence?
In a criminal trial, the jury's verdict must be unanimous in order to convict the defendant of guilt. If the jury cannot reach a unanimous decision, it results in a hung jury and could lead to a mistrial.
How would you use defendant in a sentence?
The judge asked, "Has the jury reached a decision about the guilt or innocence of this defendant?"
What is the decision of a jury?
A petit jury is the same thing as a trial jury. This is a panel of jurors selected by lawyers and a judge to hear evidence and fact concerning either a civil or criminal case. They are charged with determining either guilt or innocence, pro or con or whatever decision they are charged with.
What is guilt and innocence?
In criminal law, "guilt" is being found to be involved in the commission of an offense. "Innocence" is not having been involved in any offense. CAUTION: The terms "innocent" and "not guilty" are NOT synonymous - do NOT mean the same thing - and do not have the same meaning under the law.
How was a person's guilt or innocence determined in the 16th century?
In the 16th century, guilt or innocence was often determined through various methods including trial by ordeal, trial by combat, and trial by jury. These trials relied on supernatural beliefs or physical strength to establish innocence. Confessions obtained through torture were also commonly used as evidence of guilt.
How is guilt determined in criminal trials?
Guilt is determined IF the prosecution can present evidence to convince a jury (or in the case of a non-jury trial, a judge) beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty.
What is an antonym for guilt?
Innocence.
What two conditions are placed on criminal trials?
Two conditions placed on criminal trials are that the accused must be presumed innocent until proven guilty, and that the burden of proof lies on the prosecution to establish the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt.
What does the grand jury deliver for serious criminal offences?
An indictment, which will cause the person indicted to be arrested and proceed to a trial by a petit jury to determine guilt or innocence.
Is opposite of arrogance is guilt?
No, the opposite of arrogance is humility. The opposite of guilt is innocence.
