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Attorneys' Opening Statements

The lawyer for the plaintiff in a civil case or the prosecutor in a criminal case may make an opening statement telling you what they expect the evidence to show. The defendant's lawyer may also choose to give an opening statement after the plaintiff's attorney or prosecutor, telling you what the defense expects the evidence to show. The lawyers' statements are not evidence. Their purpose is to give you the framework of th e case, the points of conflict, and the issues of the case that you will need to decide. Be careful that you do not let any of the information presented in the opening statements become evidence in your mind. Remember that the lawyers' statements are only their versions of what happened, not evidenc

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Testify (testimony)

Definition:
To speak under oath.

Arrest

Definition:
When the police take a person into custody on probable cause with or without a warrant.

Trial

Definition:
A court proceeding during which a judge or jury decides whether a person is guilty or not guilty of the charges against him or her.

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