§ 424. Adoption of resolution. On the adoption of the resolution, by a majority of the members present, who voted on the question of acquittal or conviction, it becomes the judgment of the court.

Terms Used In N.Y. Judiciary Law 424

  • Acquittal:
    1. Judgement that a criminal defendant has not been proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
    2. A verdict of "not guilty."
     
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.