At Least One Study Has Found That When the Defense

question 71

Multiple Choice

At least one study has found that when the defense has been allowed to give an opening statement earlier as opposed to later

• A)the verdicts were more favorable to the prosecution.
• B)the verdicts were more favorable to the defense.
• C)there were no significant differences in verdicts.
• D)there were more hung juries.

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Definitions:

Tort Law

The area of law that deals with civil wrongs and damages to a person’s body, property, reputation, or rights, not involving a contract.

Punish Wrongdoers

The act of imposing a penalty on individuals or entities that have violated laws or regulations.

Damages

Compensation claimed by or ordered to be paid to a person for loss or injury.

Victim

An individual who suffers harm or loss as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action.