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In the courtroom, the defendant remains quiet and poised and allows their lawyer to do their job. Otherwise, the defendant should do exactly as the lawyer asks.
Outside the court, the defendant's job is to convey and explain all the facts related to a case to their lawyer, and not to speak about the matter with anyone else unless the lawyer says so.
Also, the defendant must show up to court when they are ordered.
Defendants may also act as their own attorneys with the consent of the judge, in which case they have a very big job. This is called pro se representation, and it is on the rise in the US, according to the National Center for State Courts.
What else can I help you with?
What types of cases are defendants in Virginia entitled to a trial by jury?
A criminal trial in which the plea is "not guilty"
What role does the prosecutor play in the criminal justice system?
The prosecutor tries the defendants and presents evidence to find the defendants guilty.
Is the right to a speedy trial ONLY for criminal cases?
Yes, it is guaranteed by the Constitution to ensure that criminal defendants are not incarcerated for lengthy times awaiting court action.
Who is responsible for preventing the escape of defendants during a criminal trial?
The bailiffs are responsible for maintaining security, safety, and decorum inside the courtroom.
Do you agree or disagree about Australian and british laws jury in a criminal case has no access about the defendants past criminal records?
I agree, a criminal trial is not about a defendants past history. It's about the current matter at hand. A jury could easily presume guilt if a defendant has a previous history of violent crimes and the new crime is also a violent crime. It's my belief that a criminal record should only be brought to fruition, during a sentencing phase of a criminal trial.
Could Every error in a criminal trial cause a reversal of a defendants conviction on appeal?
No, some small errors would simply be ignored.
What impact did the trial have on the lives of the Scottsboro Boys and their families?
marked the stirring of civil rights movement and established important rights for criminal defendants.
Why is the phenomenon of jury science not significant for most criminal defendants?
Because most criminal defendants cannot afford the expense of the experts.
What individual has no role in a trial being conducted in a general criminal trial court?
Governor's personal advisor
Who has no role in a trial being conducted in a general criminal trial court?
Novanet: Governors personal advisor
What individuals has no role in a trial being conducted in a general criminal trial court?
Governor's personal advisor(NovaNet)
What is a good conclusion about criminal justice?
The field of criminal justice is wide and varied. Criminal justice is the system of law enforcement, attorneys, and the courts, the prison system and the parole and probation system that are directly involved in the investigation, arrest, trial, and sentencing, imprisonment and supervision of criminal defendants.
