"Defendant" Example Sentences
1. The defendant insisted on his innocence.
2. The court sentenced the defendant to 10 years in prison.
3. The defendant's lawyer asked for a plea deal.
4. The police arrested the defendant at his home.
5. The judge asked the defendant to approach the bench.
6. The defendant's family members were present in the courtroom.
7. The defendant's alibi was proven to be false during the trial.
8. The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
9. The defendant chose to waive his right to a jury trial.
10. The defendant claimed that he acted in self-defense.
11. The judge read out the charges to the defendant.
12. The defense team cross-examined the prosecution's witnesses.
13. The defendant's only hope was to appeal the verdict.
14. The defendant remained silent throughout the trial.
15. The jury deliberated for two days before finding the defendant guilty.
16. The defendant's fingerprints were found at the crime scene.
17. The defendant's previous criminal record was taken into account during sentencing.
18. The prosecution argued that the defendant had a motive for the crime.
19. The defendant was allowed to post bail while awaiting trial.
20. The court appointed a public defender to represent the defendant.
21. The defendant's emotional outburst during the trial was seen as a sign of guilt.
22. The judge reminded the defendant of his right to remain silent.
23. The defendant's accomplice testified against him in court.
24. The defendant's confession was used as evidence against him.
25. The defense team requested a mistrial after the jury was exposed to media coverage of the case.
26. The defendant pleaded guilty to a lesser charge in order to avoid a harsher sentence.
27. The prosecution argued that the defendant had a history of violent behavior.
28. The defendant's mental health was evaluated before the trial.
29. The defendant was ordered to pay restitution to the victim.
30. The defendant's family members wept as the judge read out the verdict.
Common Phases
1. The
defendant is being charged with;
2. The defense team for the
defendant argues that;
3. The judge will determine whether or not the
defendant is guilty;
4. The prosecutor presents evidence against the
defendant;
5. The
defendant's plea is not guilty;
6. The sentencing for the
defendant will be determined at a later date;
7. The
defendant has the right to legal counsel;
8. The plaintiff accuses the
defendant of wrongdoing;
9. The
defendant takes the stand to give their testimony;
10. The jury deliberates to determine the
defendant's guilt or innocence.