One may be attempting to appeal to the jury's sense of emotion; whereas, a judge will not give into emotions as easily.
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.
If a judge dies during a trial, a new judge would typically be assigned to the case to ensure continuity and proceed with the trial. The new judge would review the case documents and proceedings before making any decisions or rulings.
the answer to your question would be, judge Sirica
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.
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.
No, he would not! Which is why he would not be allowed to be an official judge on the competition.
No, he would not! Which is why he would not be allowed to be an official judge on the competition.
No. If the defendant was found not guilty WHAT would the judge sentence them for?
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.
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.
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.
No, that would be the duty of the Judge Advocate General