SOCL 3371 Chapter : Chapter 9 Outline
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Presentation of opening statements: purpose is to offer summarized, logical, factual and vivid mental picture of what actually transpired. Prosecutor offers the first opening statement because the have the burden of proof. Defense"s goal is to describe how the trial will demonstrate that the prosecution has failed to prove criminal conduct. Iii: types of evidence: two major classifications, direct evidence, circumstantial evidence, hearsay, prosecutor presents direct examination cross-examination redirect, defense has opportunity to present. Presentation of closing arguments: provide opportunity for the defense and. Vi. prosecution to summarize the evidence and arguments for the jury. No new evidence may be introduced, not mandatory. Judge"s charge to the jury: judge instructs the jury on the law it must follow. Charging instructions may reiterate that the defendant is innocent until proven guilty. Also, the prosecution has the burden to prove guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
