An Opening Statement Provides

question 49

Multiple Choice

An opening statement provides:

• A) the judge with an overview of the legal issues.
• B) the judge with an overview of the factual issues.
• C) an initial picture of the case and the evidence that will be presented at trial.
• D) an initial argument for the jury.
• E) the judge with an opportunity to make the jury familiar with the case.

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Definitions:

American Civil Liberties

Rights and freedoms that are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the U.S. Constitution, which the American Civil Liberties Union aims to protect.

Civil Liberties

Individual rights protected by law from unjust governmental or other interference.

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Flappers

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