What types of cases require a bifurcated trial, where if the defendant is found guilty they go through a second trial to determine their sentence? Group of answer choices This system does not exist Capital cases Misdemeanor cases Felony cases
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A bifurcated trial is a legal process where the trial is divided into two parts. The first part determines the defendant's guilt or innocence, and the second part, which only occurs if the defendant is found guilty, determines the appropriate sentence. Show more…
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