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The possible defenses
Step 2: Write a one-page argument for the defendant as if you were the
defense attorney on the case. In your argument:
Address the jury by introducing yourself and the client named in the
case.
Highlight the strengths of the case by telling the jury your client’s side.
Personalize the case by telling the jury about your client.
Acknowledge the weaknesses that the other side will point out.
Discuss any defenses you may use during the case.
Request an outcome from the jury, which is normally a not-guilty
verdict for the defendant.
Step 3: Write a one-page argument as if you were the prosecutor on
the case. In your argument:
Address the jury by introducing yourself and the state you represent.
Highlight the strengths of the case by telling the jury why the
defendant is guilty.
Personalize the case by describing the aftermath of the crime, the
victims, and the harm caused to society because of the crime.
Acknowledge the weaknesses that the other side will point out.
Request an outcome from the jury, which is normally a guilty verdict
for the defendant.
Step 4: Save and submit the assignment.
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CJA 225 Module 3 Assignment 2 LASA 1 DWI Case Study
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George, Mark, and four other friends have planned to go out drinking
for the evening at several nightclubs about 45 miles from Centervale.
George has offered to drive the group in his Pontiac Bonneville.
Although there are not enough seatbelts for everyone, the group piles