Closing Argument

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Closing Argument?

Respective counsel will each give their closing argument to the jury when the evidence has been closed; counsel usually have wide parameters in framing broad and general arguments but they must also still be careful to stick to the contours of the evidence presented.

Further Reading

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