Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 818 – Separate verdict for each defendant
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Terms Used In Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 818
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- 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.
If there is more than one defendant on trial, the verdict shall name each defendant and the finding as to him.