US-CA9 · jury_instructions
9th Cir. Model Jury Instr. (Criminal) 1.11
Outline of Trial
The next phase of the trial will now begin. First, each side may make an opening statement. An opening statement is not evidence. It is simply an outline to help you understand what that party expects the evidence will show. A party is not required to make an opening statement.
The government will then present evidence and counsel for the defendant may cross-examine. Then, if the defendant chooses to offer evidence, counsel for the government may cross-examine.
After the evidence has been presented, [I will instruct you on the law that applies to the case and the attorneys will make closing arguments] [the attorneys will make closing arguments and I will instruct you on the law that applies to the case].
After that, you will go to the jury room to deliberate on your verdict.
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- 2026-08-20
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- 2026-08-20
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