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Michael Is on Trial for Five Charges of First-Degree Murder

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Michael is on trial for five charges of first-degree murder, and the prosecutor is seeking the death penalty. Michael is 18 years old and is accused of killing his entire family, including his mother, stepfather, and two younger sisters, in a drug induced fit. He also killed the police officer who responded to the house after the neighbor called 911. This is the first time Michael has been arrested. Michael's attorneys explain the process to him. They tell him that the jury first has to determine whether he is guilty or not guilty for the crime. This phase is known as:

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