listens to the evidence presented then renders a decision of guilt or innocence
Quick at making a decision of guilt or innocence. Opposite of a "HUNG" jury.
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.
The judge asked, "Has the jury reached a decision about the guilt or innocence of this defendant?"
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.
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.
A quick verdict in a legal context typically indicates that the jury or judge has reached a decision swiftly, often suggesting a strong consensus on the guilt or innocence of the accused.
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.
Trial by combat was one method of determining a person's guilt or innocence. This practice allowed a duel to take place legally and fully sanctioned by the courts. The winner of the combat was declared to be the person who was right in the case.
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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.
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.