directed verdict

directed verdict definition - business

directed verdict

A ruling by a judge that a jury return a specific verdict, generally after the judge has determined the plaintiff did not present sufficient evidence to prove the case. A criminal case can result in a directed verdict for acquittal but not for guilt.

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