Why does the prosecution go first in both the opening and closing statements?

The prosecution is the party bringing the charge so they must explain the charge first

The defense needs to hear the charge first to see if they will accept it

The prosecution must first convince the jury the charge is valid for the trial to proceed

By the time a trial has started, the prosecution is generally correct about a charge

During Voir Dire, which of the following best explains what a challenge for cause is?

To eliminate a juror for a clearly expressed reason that the juror may be biased for or against either party

To eliminate a juror whom they feel might not favor their side of the case, but the reasoning may be difficult to clearly explain

To eliminate an attorney who has shown a clear bias in the case for or against a defendant

To not allow a specific piece of evidence to be shown during trial for fear it may damage your case

To eliminate a juror whom they feel might not favor their side of the case, but the reasoning may be difficult to clearly explain

To eliminate an attorney who has shown a clear bias in the case for or against a defendant

To eliminate a juror for a clearly expressed reason that the juror may be biased for or against either party

To not allow a specific piece of evidence to be shown during trial for fear it may damage your case

So that the witness may fully explain their connection to the case in their own words

So that the witness may attempt to sway the jury to their side of the "story"

So that the witness may ask the judge for clarity on their testimony

So that the witness can give short, direct answers

Cross examination is an opportunity for the other side to question the credibility of a witness and/or their testimony

Cross examination allows the prosecution to accuse the defendant of unfairly influencing the judge

Cross examination allows the other side to present their case to the jury

Cross examination allows the prosecution to accuse the defendant of unfairly influencing the jury