Only after all of this has been done can the judge impose a fine and court costs on the defendant.

The story is about 12 jurors having to vote on whether the defendant being tried for the murder of his father.

The burden of proof will however rest on the defendant.

A specific interest of the almost entirely male chamber was to focus on the defendant.

In addition, a maximum fine of £1000 may be imposed on the defendant.

The degree of emotional pressure on the defendant can almost be taken for granted in these cases.

The judge is considered by some trial lawyers to be tough on defendants in white collar cases.

There must be a lawyer tax on defendants rich enough to afford more than three lawyers.

In addition, the 82-year-old senior judge has a reputation among trial lawyers for being tough on defendants.

Such a tactic can put additional pressure on potential defendants to cooperate.