Section 1797 – Number required for verdict

A. If trial is by a jury of six, five of the jurors must concur to render a verdict unless the parties stipulate otherwise.B. If trial is by a jury of twelve, nine of the jurors must concur to render a verdict unless the parties stipulate otherwise.C. If the parties...

Section 821 – Continued custody hearing

A. At the outset of the continued custody hearing, if not before, the court shall advise the child of his rights to counsel pursuant to Articles 809 and 810.B. At the continued custody hearing, the state and the child may produce witnesses, who shall be examined in...

Section 1796 – Additional instructions

A. If the jury, after retiring for deliberation, desires to receive information on any point of law, they shall be conducted to the courtroom.B. After giving notice to the parties, the court may give the appropriate instructions.C. The court, after giving notice to...