["Jury"]
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Instructions on evidence and jury duties
The judge explains the jury's role as the 'triers of fact,' defines what constitutes legal evidence (testimony, documents, stipulations), and distinguishes it from things that are not evidence (arguments, statements, questions).
Government's rebuttal argument in the trial of Ghislaine ...
Ms. Comey begins the government's rebuttal by focusing the jury's attention on the defendant, Ghislaine Maxwell, and her alleged crimes of abusing children, specifically mentioning Jane, Carolyn, and Annie. She characterizes the defense's arguments as distractions and reaffirms that while the government has the burden of proof, it is appropriate to respond to the defense's theories.
Closing argument against Ghislaine Maxwell
A speaker, presumably a prosecutor, argues to the jury that the evidence and witness testimony from Juan Alessi, David Mulligan, Janice Swain, and others prove that Ghislaine Maxwell is guilty of sexually exploiting and trafficking underage girls and should be convicted.
Limiting instruction on hearsay testimony
The judge instructs the jury that upcoming testimony about what the witness's mother said is not to be considered for its truth, but for its impact on the witness.
Instruction No. 2. Role of the jury.
The judge instructs the jury on their role. They must follow the law as given by the judge, act as the sole judges of the facts based only on evidence, determine witness credibility, and understand that lawyers' statements are not evidence.
Defense argument regarding burden of proof and presumptio...
Ms. Sternheim argues to the jury that the government has the burden to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt, mentions the presumption of innocence, and contrasts the presence of Ghislaine Maxwell with the absence of Jeffrey Epstein.
Instructions on burden of proof, presumption of innocence...
The judge explains to the jury that a defendant is presumed innocent, the government has the burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the defendant has no obligation to prove their innocence. The judge also outlines their own role in applying the law and the jury's role in deciding the facts.
Defense tactics and evidence
Ms. Moe argues to the jury that the defense misled them by taking Jane's statements and a legal document out of context to create a misimpression, and points to a specific part of the document implicating Maxwell.
Jury Deliberation and Verdict Procedure
The judge instructs the jury on the requirement for a unanimous verdict, the procedure for filling out the verdict form, how to notify the marshal, the importance of courtesy during deliberations, and asks them to wait for a side bar conference to conclude.
Jury Deliberation and Verdict Procedure
The judge instructs the jury on the requirement for a unanimous verdict, the procedure for filling out the verdict form, how to notify the marshal, the importance of courtesy during deliberations, and asks them to wait for a side bar conference to conclude.
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