If the Judge Disagrees with the Jury's Verdict in a Criminal

question 53

Multiple Choice

If the judge disagrees with the jury's verdict in a criminal case,what can the judge do?

• A) Order a new trial.
• B) Declare the defendant not guilty.
• C) Dismiss all charges against the defendant.
• D) Require the jury to continue deliberations.
• E) Find the jury members in contempt of court.
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Definitions:

Simple Interest Rate

A method of calculating interest where the charge is based only on the original principal, not on the accumulated interest.

Investment

The assignment of monetary values in the hope of making a profit or gaining income.

Interest

A fee paid for the use of borrowed funds, or for delaying the repayment of a debt.

Days

Units of time equivalent to 24 hours, often used to measure durations or intervals.