An Analysis of the Stages of a Criminal Trial: Criminology Report
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This report provides an overview of the criminal trial process in the American criminal justice system. It begins by defining criminal procedure and then details the various stages involved. The report covers voir dire, where potential jurors are interviewed; opening statements by both prosecution and defense; the presentation of evidence and witnesses by both sides; motions for directed verdicts; closing arguments; jury instructions and deliberations; and post-hearing motions. The report highlights key aspects of each stage, such as the burden of proof on the prosecution and the defendant's Fifth Amendment rights. The conclusion summarizes the investigative and argumentative nature of criminal procedure and the importance of following established procedures. References to relevant literature are also included.
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