What Might a Judge Do If a Jury Convicts but the Judge

question 17

Multiple Choice

What might a judge do if a jury convicts but the judge believes there is insufficient evidence to support a conviction?

• A) enter a directed verdict
• B) hold the jury in contempt of court
• C) appeal the conviction
• D) none of these

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