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Terms Used In Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure 786

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Juror: A person who is on the jury.

The court, the state, and the defendant shall have the right to examine prospective jurors.  The scope of the examination shall be within the discretion of the court.  A prospective juror, before being examined, shall be sworn to answer truthfully questions asked him relative to his qualifications to serve as a juror in the case.