If at the Conclusion of the Prosecution's Case, Defense Counsel

question 14

Multiple Choice

If at the conclusion of the prosecution's case, defense counsel moves the court for a directed verdict (or judgment of acquittal) the judge must _____________________.

• A) assess the credibility of each witness who has testified
• B) view the evidence in the most favorable light to the defendant and determine whether any rational jury could find the defendant guilty as charged or of any lesser-included offense
• C) view the prosecution's evidence in the light most favorable to the government and determine whether the evidence presented is legally sufficient to support a verdict of guilty
• D) decide whether in the court's discretion it would be better to deny the defense counsel's motion and submit the question of the defendant's guilt or innocence to the jury