Rule 24.1 – Conduct of a Trial

(a) Sequence of presentation. Subject to the orders of the court, which may alter the sequence of presentation of the case when there are numerous parties or for other reasons: (1) The prosecutor in a criminal case shall have the right to make an opening statement....

Rule 24 – Trial Jurors

(a)Conduct of jury selection. At the discretion of the court, the parties may present a “mini-opening statement” to the jury panel prior to the commencement of jury selection. The mini-opening statement shall be limited to a brief statement of the facts...

Rule 23 – Trial by Jury or by the Court

(a) Trial by jury. Cases required to be tried by jury shall be so tried unless the defendant waives a jury trial with the approval of the court. The waiver shall be either by written consent filed in court or by oral consent in open court entered on the record.(b)...