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Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 13 Sec. 2811

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
  • 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.

§ 2811. Procedure

Any party or intervenor shall have the right to trial by jury to determine whether the material is harmful to minors. The verdict of the jury shall be unanimous. At the trial, all parties shall have the right to submit evidence, including expert testimony. (Added 1973, No. 204 (Adj. Sess.), § 10.)