Utah Code 77-17-10. Court to determine law; the jury, the facts
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(1) In a jury trial, questions of law are to be determined by the court, questions of fact by the jury.
Terms Used In Utah Code 77-17-10
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.
(2) The jury may find a general verdict which includes questions of law as well as fact but they are bound to follow the law as stated by the court.