Asked by Allie Spolsdoff on Jun 12, 2024
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A defendant's motion for a directed verdict, if granted by the court, can end a trial before the defendant presents witnesses.
Directed Verdict
A legal ruling made by a judge in favor of one party without allowing the case to be decided by a jury because the evidence overwhelmingly supports one side.
Defendant
The individual, group, or entity against whom a lawsuit is filed or an accusation is made in a court of law.
- Recognize the potential for a trial to end before defense witnesses are presented through motions such as for a directed verdict.
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Loren Van KriekenJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
A motion for a directed verdict, if granted, results in a judgment in favor of the moving party without the need for further presentation of evidence, including the defendant's witnesses, effectively ending the trial at that point.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the potential for a trial to end before defense witnesses are presented through motions such as for a directed verdict.
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