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What happens during opening statements in a criminal court case?

The lawyers summarize the facts and explain
what they intend to prove.

The judge and the lawyers ask questions to see if the jurors are impartial.

The jurors discuss the case and decide if the defendant is guilty or not guilty.

The judge decides the proper punishment based on the verdict from the trial.​

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4 votes

Answer:

The first statement

Step-by-step explanation:

It is a outline of what they intened to prove or disprove.

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User Luciano Mammino
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Answer:

The correct answer is A. The lawyers summarize the facts and explain what they intent to prove.

Step-by-step explanation:

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User Chelsea
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