§ 35-37-2-1 Preliminary instructions
§ 35-37-2-2 Order of trial; statement of case; presentation of evidence; arguments of counsel; instructions
§ 35-37-2-3 Preliminary instructions; personal knowledge of material fact by juror; disclosure; examination; excuse of juror or panel
§ 35-37-2-4 Preliminary instructions; admonition by court; separation
§ 35-37-2-5 View by jury
§ 35-37-2-6 Retirement and deliberation of jury; officer in charge; restrictions
§ 35-37-2-7 Verdict; rendering in open court; polling of jury

Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 35 > Article 37 > Chapter 2 - Trial Proceedings

  • Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • Bailiff: a court officer who enforces the rules of behavior in courtrooms.
  • Charge to the jury: The judge's instructions to the jury concerning the law that applies to the facts of the case on trial.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • in writing: include printing, lithographing, or other mode of representing words and letters. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • Juror: A person who is on the jury.
  • Recess: A temporary interruption of the legislative business.
  • 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.