Unanimous Verdict
/ˌjuːnəˈnɪməs ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
Definitions
- (n.) A jury's decision on a verdict in which all jurors fully agree as to the verdict's outcome and findings.
The jury returned a unanimous verdict after several hours of deliberation.
Forms
- unanimous verdicts
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Commentary
Typically required in criminal trials, a unanimous verdict ensures complete agreement among jurors, reflecting collective certainty on the facts and verdict.
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