LAW OFFICES OF PETER J. CYR

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Portland, ME 04102

ph: 207-828-5900
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Verdict

The verdict is the jury’s formal decision or finding, which is either a finding of guilty or not guilty. The jury reports the verdict to the court, which generally accepts it.

 

In criminal trials, the jury’s verdict must be unanimous. If all of the jurors cannot agree on a verdict, then there is a “hung jury,” which results in a mistrial. 

 

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Law Offices of Peter J. Cyr
85 Brackett Street
Portland, ME 04102

ph: 207-828-5900
fax: 207-828-5909
alt: 207-730-3591

peter@peterjcyrlaw.com