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24 December 2025

  • 03:4603:46, 24 December 2025 diff hist +2,832 N (2)3.2 Plea Standards Created page with "= (2)3.2 Plea Standards = This section establishes the standards and procedures for the acceptance of pleas in court. It ensures that any plea entered by a defendant is voluntary, knowing, and intelligent, and provides the court with criteria for evaluating and recording pleas. It also sets forth circumstances under which a plea may be rejected. == (2)3.2.1 Authority and Scope == A defendant may enter a plea in accordance with law, through counsel or self-representatio..." current
  • 03:4303:43, 24 December 2025 diff hist +27 Title 2 (2)3 Motions and Pleadings current

23 December 2025

22 December 2025

  • 23:5123:51, 22 December 2025 diff hist +5,775 (7)5 Special Vehicle Classes No edit summary current
  • 22:4522:45, 22 December 2025 diff hist +100 (4)3 Pre-Trial Detention & Bail (4)3.2.1 Mandatory Detention for Aggravated Felonies current
  • 22:4422:44, 22 December 2025 diff hist −30 (4)8 Suspended Sentences (4)8.1.1 Limitations current
  • 22:4222:42, 22 December 2025 diff hist +385 N (4)9.2.5 Special Considerations Created page with "* Competency determinations must respect the defendant’s constitutional rights and ensure procedural fairness. * In cases of long-term incompetency, the court may consider alternatives including civil commitment or referral to appropriate civil authorities, without violating due process. * No enhanced penalty or adverse inference shall result solely from a finding of incompetency." current
  • 22:4022:40, 22 December 2025 diff hist +746 N (4)9.2.4 Determination and Proceedings Created page with "(a) <b>Hearing</b>. * The court shall hold a hearing to consider evidence and expert reports regarding competency. * The defendant shall have the right to counsel, to present evidence, and to cross-examine witnesses. (b) <b>Ruling</b>. * If the court finds the defendant competent, proceedings continue as scheduled. * If the court finds the defendant incompetent, the court shall suspend proceedings and order appropriate treatment or interventions to restore competency...." current
  • 22:3922:39, 22 December 2025 diff hist +799 N (4)9.2.3 Competency Evaluation Created page with "(a) <b>Appointment of Experts</b>. The court shall appoint qualified mental health professionals to conduct a competency evaluation when a bona fide question is raised. (b) <b>Scope of Evaluation</b>. * Evaluators shall assess the defendant’s understanding of the proceedings, ability to communicate with counsel, and capacity to participate meaningfully in their defense. * Evaluators may review medical, psychiatric, and psychological records, conduct interviews, and..." current
  • 22:3722:37, 22 December 2025 diff hist +13 (4)9.2.2 Initiating Competency Evaluation No edit summary current
  • 22:3622:36, 22 December 2025 diff hist +566 N (4)9.2.2 Initiating Competency Evaluation Created page with "(a) <b>Motion or Sua Sponte Determination</b>. * Either party may file a motion raising a bona fide question of the defendant’s competency. * The court may also raise the question sua sponte when there is reasonable cause to doubt competency. (b) <b>Factors Considered</b>. In evaluating competency, the court may consider: # Mental or cognitive impairments; # Developmental disabilities; # Medication or substance effects; # Observed behavior in court; and # Any exper..."
  • 22:3422:34, 22 December 2025 diff hist +304 N (4)9.2.1 General Rule Created page with "(a) <b>Competency Requirement</b>. A defendant must be competent to: * Understand the nature and objectives of the proceedings; and * Assist counsel in the preparation and presentation of a defense. (b) <b>Presumption</b>. All defendants are presumed competent unless evidence demonstrates otherwise." current
  • 22:3422:34, 22 December 2025 diff hist +353 (4)9 Special Considerations No edit summary current
  • 22:2122:21, 22 December 2025 diff hist +325 N (7)5 Special Vehicle Classes Created page with "__FORCETOC__ = (7)5 Special Vehicle Classes = This chapter provides statutes relating to special vehicle classes for Title 7 of this code. == (7)5.1 Recreational Vehicles == == (7)5.2 Semi-Trucks == == (7)5.3 Trailers == == (7)5.4 Agriculture Vehicles == == (7)5.5 Off-Road Vehicles == == (7)5.6 Maritime Vessels =="
  • 22:1822:18, 22 December 2025 diff hist +42 (4)6.9.3 Sentencing Preparation No edit summary current
  • 22:0922:09, 22 December 2025 diff hist +268 N (4)6.9.4 Judicial Oversight Created page with "* The court may manage all post-verdict proceedings to ensure fairness, procedural compliance, and protection of parties’ rights. * Any irregularities, disputes, or motions shall be addressed promptly to preserve the integrity of the trial and subsequent sentencing." current
  • 22:0822:08, 22 December 2025 diff hist +580 N (4)6.9.3 Sentencing Preparation Created page with "(a) <b>Transition to Sentencing</b>. * Following the resolution of post-verdict motions, the court shall schedule sentencing in accordance with Title 4, Chapter 7 (Sentencing Guidelines). * Pre-sentencing reports, victim impact statements, and other relevant materials may be prepared and reviewed in advance. (b) <b>Defendant Rights</b>. * The defendant shall be afforded notice of sentencing proceedings and an opportunity to present mitigating factors or allocution. *..."
  • 22:0822:08, 22 December 2025 diff hist +788 N (4)6.9.2 Motions Following Verdict Created page with "(a) <b>Motion for Judgment Notwithstanding the Verdict (JNOV)</b>. * Either party may move for JNOV if they believe the verdict is legally unsupported by the evidence. * The court shall rule based on the evidence presented and applicable law without retrying the case. (b) <b>Motion for New Trial</b>. * A party may move for a new trial on grounds such as procedural error, juror misconduct, newly discovered evidence, or other substantial irregularities. * The court shal..." current
  • 22:0522:05, 22 December 2025 diff hist +474 N (4)6.9.1 Verification and Announcement Created page with "(a) <b>Recording the Verdict</b>. * The court shall formally record the jury’s verdict in the official court docket. * The verdict shall be read aloud in open court to ensure all parties and the defendant are informed. (b) <b>Poll of the Jury</b>. * Any party may request that the court poll the jury to confirm each juror’s concurrence with the verdict. * Polling ensures accuracy and compliance with requirements for unanimity or other prescribed verdict standards." current
  • 22:0422:04, 22 December 2025 diff hist +338 (4)6 Trial No edit summary current
  • 22:0222:02, 22 December 2025 diff hist +356 N (4)6.8.4 Special Considerations Created page with "* The court may provide additional instructions regarding multiple counts, multiple defendants, or complex charges. * Jurors shall not be influenced by public opinion, media, or outside communications during deliberation. * Any violations of deliberation rules may be addressed by the court, including possible mistrial or disciplinary measures for jurors." current
  • 22:0122:01, 22 December 2025 diff hist +430 N (4)6.8.3 Polling and Reporting Created page with "(a) <b>Polling the Jury</b>. Upon announcement of the verdict, any party may request that the court poll individual jurors to ensure the verdict is unanimous or in compliance with court instructions. (b) <b>Official Reporting</b>. * The jury’s verdict shall be formally recorded in the court docket and read aloud in open court. * The court may address any irregularities or ambiguities before formally accepting the verdict." current
  • 22:0022:00, 22 December 2025 diff hist +49 (4)1 Defendants' Bill of Rights (4)1.9 Right to Jury Trial current
  • 21:5921:59, 22 December 2025 diff hist +603 N (4)6.8.2 Reaching a Verdict Created page with "(a) <b>Unanimous vs. Special Verdicts</b>. * The court shall specify whether a unanimous verdict is required or if a special verdict, supermajority, or other procedure applies. * In cases requiring unanimity, the court may provide additional instructions or polling procedures if the jury indicates difficulty in reaching agreement. (b) <b>Deadlock or Hung Jury</b>. * If the jury is unable to reach a required verdict within a reasonable time, the court may declare a mis..." current
  • 21:5621:56, 22 December 2025 diff hist +962 N (4)6.8.1 Deliberation Procedures Created page with "(a) <b>Sequestration and Privacy</b>. * Jurors shall deliberate in private and shall not discuss the case with non-jurors during deliberations. * All materials, evidence, and notes provided during trial shall remain in the jury room and shall not be removed. (b) <b>Instructions and Reference Materials</b>. * Jurors may review evidence and notes taken during trial, subject to court approval. * Jurors shall have access to the court’s instructions on the law, elements..." current
  • 21:5421:54, 22 December 2025 diff hist +305 (4)6 Trial No edit summary
  • 21:5221:52, 22 December 2025 diff hist +908 N (4)6.7.2 Order of Presentation & Judicial Oversight Created page with "(a) <b>Prosecution or Plaintiff</b>. The prosecution or plaintiff generally presents its closing statement first unless the court orders otherwise. (b) <b>Defense</b>. The defense shall present its closing statement immediately following the prosecution or plaintiff, unless the court permits an alternative order for good cause. (c) <b>Rebuttal</b>. The prosecution or plaintiff may be allowed a brief rebuttal to respond to points raised by the defense, subject to cou..." current
  • 21:5021:50, 22 December 2025 diff hist +701 N (4)6.7.1 Purpose of Closing Statements Created page with "(a) <b>Overview</b>. Closing statements allow each party to: * Summarize the evidence and testimony presented during trial; * Explain how the evidence supports their legal theories, defenses, or charges; * Emphasize facts or points favorable to their case without introducing new evidence; and * Persuade the jury to reach a verdict consistent with the law and the trial record. (b) <b>Limitations</b>. * Counsel may not introduce new facts, exhibits, or testimony not al..." current
  • 21:4621:46, 22 December 2025 diff hist +310 (4)6 Trial No edit summary
  • 21:4321:43, 22 December 2025 diff hist −19 Title 4 Special Chapters current
  • 21:2121:21, 22 December 2025 diff hist +1,555 N (4)6.6.5 Judicial Oversight Created page with "(a) <b>General Authority</b>. The court shall maintain control over the examination of witnesses and presentation of evidence to ensure: * Compliance with the rules of evidence (Title 4, Chapter 5); * Fairness and impartiality for all parties; * Orderly and efficient proceedings; and * Protection of the jury from undue influence or confusion. (b) <b>Intervention Powers</b>. The court may intervene sua sponte or on objection to: * Prevent improper questioning, harass..." current
  • 21:2021:20, 22 December 2025 diff hist +1,904 N (4)6.6.4 Expert Witnesses Created page with "(a) <b>Qualifications</b>. The court shall determine that any witness offering expert testimony meets the required standards of expertise, including: # Education, training, or experience relevant to the subject matter; # Familiarity with recognized methodologies and best practices in the field; and # Demonstrated ability to provide reliable opinions based on facts of the case. (b) <b>Scope of Testimony</b>. * Expert testimony shall be limited to matters within the ex..." current
  • 21:1821:18, 22 December 2025 diff hist 0 (4)6 Trial (4)6.6 Presentation of Evidence & Witnesses
  • 21:1721:17, 22 December 2025 diff hist +2,377 N (4)6.6.3 Objections During Examination Created page with "(a) <b>Raising Objections</b>. During direct or cross-examination, counsel may raise objections to questions, testimony, or exhibits that appear to violate the rules of evidence, including but not limited to: * <b>Relevance</b> – evidence or questions that do not make a fact of consequence more or less probable (see (4)5.1.1); * <b>Prejudice</b> – evidence whose probative value is substantially outweighed by..." current
  • 21:1121:11, 22 December 2025 diff hist +2,116 N (4)6.6.2 Cross-Examination Created page with "(a) <b>Purpose</b>. Cross-examination is conducted to: * test the credibility, reliability, and accuracy of the witness; * clarify, challenge, or qualify testimony elicited during direct examination; and * highlight inconsistencies, biases, or omissions in witness statements. (b) <b>Conduct</b>. Counsel shall: * ask questions in a clear, sequential, and non-argumentative manner; * remain within the scope of topics covered during direct examination, unless the court..." current
  • 20:2520:25, 22 December 2025 diff hist +1,491 (4)6.6.1 Direct Examination No edit summary current
  • 20:2120:21, 22 December 2025 diff hist +482 N (4)6.6.1 Direct Examination Created page with "(a) <b>Conduct</b>. Counsel shall elicit testimony from witnesses in a clear and orderly manner, limited to matters relevant to the charges or defenses. (b) <b>Scope</b>. # Questions must pertain to facts within the witness’s knowledge or expertise. # Counsel may introduce exhibits or demonstratives as necessary, subject to authentication and court approval. # Leading questions are generally not permitted on direct examination except for preliminary or uncontested m..."
  • 20:1820:18, 22 December 2025 diff hist +380 (4)6 Trial No edit summary
  • 20:1720:17, 22 December 2025 diff hist +585 N (4)6.5.2 Order of Presentation Created page with "(a) <b>Prosecution or Plaintiff</b>. The prosecution or plaintiff shall generally present their opening statement first, unless the court orders otherwise. (b) <b>Defense</b>. The defense shall present its opening statement immediately following the prosecution or plaintiff, unless the court permits a later presentation for good cause. (c) <b>Judicial Oversight</b>. The court may: # limit the length or content of opening statements; # require statements to remain f..." current
  • 20:1520:15, 22 December 2025 diff hist +543 N (4)6.5.1 Purpose of Opening Statements Created page with "(a) <b>Overview</b>. Opening statements provide each party an opportunity to: # outline the facts they intend to prove; # explain the elements of the charges or defenses; and # inform the jury of the sequence and nature of anticipated evidence and witnesses. (b) <b>Limitations</b>. # Parties may not argue or comment on the credibility of witnesses during opening statements. # Statements must be confined to evidence the party reasonably expects to present. # Improper..." current
  • 20:1320:13, 22 December 2025 diff hist +231 (4)6 Trial No edit summary
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