In a bench trial (heard by a judge), the judge reviews the evidence and testimonies to make a decision. In a jury trial, the jury members deliberate collectively to arrive at a verdict.

4 days ago · After more than three years, a high-profile double murder trial began Monday in Orange County.

3 days ago · Elementary school teacher Arnulfo Reyes testified Monday how he came face-to-face with a gunman who would massacre every child in his classroom seconds later.

The meaning of TRIAL is the formal examination before a competent tribunal of the matter in issue in a civil or criminal cause in order to determine such issue.

They're doing clinical trials on a new drug. They've employed her for a six-month trial (period). You can have the equipment on a trial basis (UK also on trial), and if you don't like it you can …

As the trial moves forward, the prosecutor or plaintiff presents their case, but the defense has an opportunity to respond. This process of two sides going back and forth, is the heart of our trial …

A proceeding in which opposing parties in a dispute present evidence and make arguments on the application of the law before a judge or jury: The case is expected to go to trial.

In law, a trial is a coming together of parties to a dispute, to present information (in the form of evidence) in a tribunal, a formal setting with the authority to adjudicate claims or disputes.

2 days ago · Pertaining to a trial or test. Attempted on a provisional or experimental basis.

A trial is a formal legal proceeding where legal claims are presented, evidence is examined, and witnesses are heard. It is overseen by a judge, jury, or other adjudicator who determines the …