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Commonly Asked Questions about Jury Instructions

What is another term for the judge giving instructions to the jury?

Admonishment: A statement made to the jury by the judge regarding their conduct as jurors. Admonishments usually tell jurors what they must do or not do and what their duties are.

What are the judges instructions to the jurors?

The judge will instruct the jury in each separate case as to the law of that case. For example, in each criminal case, the judge will tell the jury, among other things, that a defendant charged with a crime is presumed to be innocent and the burden of proving his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt is upon the Government.

What is the meaning of jury instructions?

Jury instructions are instructions for jury deliberation that are written by the judge and given to the jury. At trial, jury deliberation occurs after evidence is presented and closing arguments are made.

Are jury instructions before closing arguments?

In its current form, Rule 30 requires that the court instruct the jury after the arguments of counsel. In some districts, usually where the state practice is otherwise, the parties prefer to stipulate to instruction before closing arguments.

What does instructions to the jury mean?

Jury instructions tell the jury what the laws are that govern a particular case. Each attorney gives the judge a set of proposed jury instructions. The judge considers each instruction and gives the one that properly states the law that applies to the case.

What is the meaning of charge judges instruction to the jury?

The judge reads the instructions to the jury. This is commonly referred to as the judges charge to the jury. In giving the instructions, the judge will state the issues in the case and define any terms or words that may not be familiar to the jurors.

What are the 7 steps in a jury trial?

Criminal Trial Phases Choosing a Jury. Opening Statements. Witness Testimony and Cross-Examination. Closing Arguments. Jury Instruction. Jury Deliberation and Announcement of Verdict.