The
assistant prosecutor presents the case for the State of Ohio and has the burden of
proving, beyond a reasonable doubt, that the accused did commit the crime as charged. As a
witness, you are an important part of this effort. (Please note the Advice
on Giving Testimony section.)
The defendant will have chosen if he / she wants the
case to be heard by a jury (twelve people), the Court (one judge) or a three-judge panel.
If the case will be heard by a jury, all twelve jurors must agree on the verdict. The
verdict is a determination of whether or not the State's case has been proven.
