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1.2-3 Effect of Side Bars/Argument
Without Jury
Revised to January 1, 2008
At various times throughout the course
of this trial it's been necessary, at the suggestion of the lawyers or my own
judgment, to discuss certain matters outside the hearing of the jury. It is
within my role as a judge to determine which evidence may be presented to you
and it is counsels' job to present those issues to me in a way that will not
prejudice the fairness of the trial. You should not hold it against either
counsel if (he/she) suggested that matters be discussed outside your hearing nor
should you speculate as to the matters discussed. The rules of the court simply
require that some issues be resolved outside your hearing.
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