Procedures during criminal hearings

Closing submissions and verdict

The trial will then proceed to the closing speeches by both the prosecution and the defence, (although the prosecution often does not make a closing speech) after which the Court will deliver its verdict (i.e. decision). The Court will either convict or acquit the accused and give reasons for its decision. If the accused is convicted, the case will proceed to mitigation and sentencing.

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