View source for (4)6.9.1 Verification and Announcement

(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.