Responisbilities Of The Party Flashcards
1
Q
Give an opening address?
A
The prosecution must give an opening address to a jury on the prosecutions case, before any evidence is given.
2
Q
Assist the judge in jury matters?
A
Both parties assist in the allocation of jurors, until, the final 12are impaneled. The parties may also request the trial judge to direct facts towards the jury.
3
Q
Present the parties case?
A
The prosecution has to provide all credible evidence, even if it is not beneficial towards them. The accused does not need to give evidence.
4
Q
Give a closing address?
A
The prosecution must give a closing address before the accused. The accused may chose to give a closing address after the prosecution.