This is very rare. A judge can also issue a directed [not quilty] verdict before the case goes to the jury. Also very rare.C-dub wrote:Ah, found it!
Judgement Notwithstanding Verdict (JNOV)
It can be a little tricky, but that's what I was thinking about.
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- Mon Mar 12, 2012 8:33 pm
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- Mon Mar 12, 2012 8:06 pm
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Re: "Jury nullification" : Jurors can acquit despite evidenc
I don't have any direct experience. IMO, there are many laws which should be "nullified".surprise_i'm_armed wrote: The above is an interesting article regarding the concept of "jury nullification".
I like the concept that the jurors have more power than they think.
Does anyone have any thoughts on this, or have direct experience?
SIA
I don't imagine that a DA or judge would like it, but I think it's a great idea. I don't think that a judge would include that in jury instructions, but the jury doesn't have to explain to the DA or judge why they voted to acquit a defendant.
On the other hand, it's probably not the best strategy for a defense lawyer.
