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One may be attempting to appeal to the jury's sense of emotion; whereas, a judge will not give into emotions as easily.
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If money is stolen what type of trial would the accused have trial by jury or judge?
If one is on trial for a criminal offense, they are entitled to a trial by jury, but can waive this and be tried just by a judge.
What judge for the Watergate trial gave the burglars harsh sentences?
the answer to your question would be, judge Sirica
If someone moves to Boston but is on trial in Philadelphia must they report in person for each trial date or can their lawyer stand in for the accused?
That can only be answered by the presiding judge in the case. The defendant's attorney would have to ask the judge's permission for the defendant's absence. As a practical matter, this is likely only to be granted during pre-trial proceedings. For the trial, the defendant is required to be present.
What happens when a judge dies during trial?
That would be a mistrial- both sides start over with a new judge/ jury.
What is a jury trial?
A jury in a trial makes the same decisions as a judge would in a bench trial. Based on evidence, they decide if a person charged is guilty or innocent.
Would the father of someone in a skating competition be a dispassionate judge of the performance?
No, he would not! Which is why he would not be allowed to be an official judge on the competition.
Would the father of someone in a skating competition be a dispassionate judge of the performances?
No, he would not! Which is why he would not be allowed to be an official judge on the competition.
Can a Judge Sentence someone found 'Not Guilty'?
No. If the defendant was found not guilty WHAT would the judge sentence them for?
What questions would a judge ask you if you were guilty of kidnapping a child?
You wouldn't be questioned by a judge, You would be interrogated by law enforcement during the investigation and examined and cross-examined by the prosecutor during your trial.
The visiting judge in Ohio was dismissed for alleged corruption which was evident in your case Can you file a mistrial?
It would appear that if your case was a "Bench Trial" and you can prove malfeasance on the part of the judge you may have grounds to appeal your case.HOWEVER, if your case was tried by a jury and the jury found you guilty, You would have to show strong evidence that the judge swayed the trial and/or the jury's decision against you.
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.
Does President sign death warrant of person convicted in a Military trial?
No, that would be the duty of the Judge Advocate General
