Similar words: directed, self-directed, verdict, direct examination, reverse direction, interdict, interdiction, direct object. Meaning: n. a verdict entered by the court in a jury trial without consideration by the jury.
1. There will consequently be no directed verdict of not guilty.
2. If the defendant's motion for a directed verdict is denied, the trial proceeds with the defendant's case.
3. There cannot be a directed verdict of guilty in a criminal trial.
4. A motion for a directed verdict also may be made by either party after the presentation of the defendant's case.
5. In such a case a motion for a directed verdict would granted and the case dismissed.
6. If defendant's motion for a directed verdict is denied, the trial proceeds with the defendant's case.
7. In such a case a motion for a directed verdict would be granted and the case dismissed.
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