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This is in civil trial and it means the judge found that the case was presented in favor of the Defendant: in other words the person who was sued was found not liable for the allegations made by the Plaintiff. In criminal court the judge either finds you guilty or not guilty.
What else can I help you with?
Can a Judge Sentence someone found 'Not Guilty'?
No. If the defendant was found not guilty WHAT would the judge sentence them for?
How can scout tell when a jury has found a defendant guilty?
Scout can tell when a jury has found a defendant guilty if the jury foreman announces the verdict in court in front of everyone present, including the defendant, lawyers, judge, and spectators. The judge will then typically set a date for sentencing.
Who decides punishment in a felony case?
The Judge determines the punishment once the verdict has been read and the defendant found guilty.
Can a judge overturn a not guilty verdict?
No, a judge cannot overturn a not guilty verdict. Once a jury or judge has found a defendant not guilty, the verdict is final and cannot be changed by the judge.
Why do judges sentence people to 100 years?
The judge is required by law to sentence a charge for the defendant is found guilty of. When defendant is found guilty of multiple felony convictions, the must be sentenced for each one.
What does adjudged guilty mean?
Adjudicated guilty means the judge resolved the case and found the defendant guilty. Adjudication is the final action that the judge took.
If the defendant is found guilty and believes the judge made an error what would they do?
Regardless of whether the jury or the judge found you guilty, the next thing to do would be to file an appeal with the next higher court.
When do you enter your withheld judgment to the judge?
I either don't understand the question, or the questioner doesn't understand a "Withhold of Judgement." The defendant doesn't 'enter' a 'withhold,' the judge does. The defendant can ASK for a withhold when it becomes clear that he is going to be found guilty anyway, but it is entirely up to the judge as to whether he grants it or not.
When is punishment imposed during a court-martial?
A defendant is punished after the jury has listened to the evidence during a trial, and decides whether or not the defendant is guilty.Added: After the jury delivers its decision the defendant will be sentenced by the judge according to the applicable law - then - the defendant's "punishment" will commence.
Who sentences the defendant in most states?
The judge.
What is pc 859a sentencing?
Penal Code 859a sentencing is when a judge can accept a plea from the defendant in court. The judge will usually sentence the defendant to probation.
What does it mean when a judge enters a not guilty for a crimial?
It means that at arraignnment, in an effort to protect a defendant's rights the judge, will plead a defendant not guilty until such time as the defendant can obtain legal counsel to assist him with his case.
