Does The Jury All Have To Agree 100%?

Should I testify?

In almost all cases, the answer to this question is, “no,” but the decision to testify or remain silent is yours alone – not your attorney’s, or your family’s or friends’. As you ponder this decision, consider:

•You have a constitutional right to remain silent. While anything you say can be used against you, your silence cannot be used against you. The prosecutor may not comment on your refusal to testify; jurors may not infer guilt based on your silence.

•You are presumed innocent, until the government proves you guilty, beyond a reasonable doubt. In other words, you do not have to prove your innocence; the government has to prove your guilt.

•The jury’s verdict must be unanimous. The prosecution must convince all the jurors of your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This is a heavy burden to bear.

•Cross-examination is not a casual conversation. It is a fight that is not for the weak of heart. If you take the witness stand, the prosecutor will take advantage of every opportunity to undermine your credibility and poke holes in your version of events.

If you decide to testify, your testimony will be the most anticipated and highly scrutinized evidence presented at the trial. If the jurors don’t believe you (for whatever reason), you will be convicted. Your case will hinge on your credibility, more so than any other testimony or evidence presented in the case.

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