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has gloss | (noun) a verdict rendered on certain specific factual issues posed by the court without finding for one party or the other special verdict |
has gloss | eng: In English law, a special verdict is a verdict by a jury that pronounces on the facts of the case but does not draw the ultimate inference of whether the accused is guilty or not. It is then for the judge to apply the law and to convict or acquit. In the words of William Blackstone, "The jury state the naked facts, as they find them to be proved, and pray the advice of the court thereon". |
lexicalization | eng: special verdict |
subclass of | (noun) (law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment verdict, finding of fact |
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