Georgia Statutes

§ 17-8-71 — Order of argument after evidence presented

Georgia § 17-8-71

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O.C.G.A. § 17-8-71 (2026).

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After the evidence is closed on both sides, the prosecuting attorney shall open and conclude the argument to the jury. The defendant shall be entitled to make a closing argument prior to the concluding argument of the prosecuting attorney.

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Legislative History

Added by 2005 Ga. Laws 8,§ 10, eff. 7/1/2005. Added by 2005 Ga. Laws 8,§ 10, eff. 7/1/2005. Added by 2005 Ga. Laws 8,§ 10, eff. 7/1/2005.

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