The birth records in this databases come from several different sources: State Health Departments: Some states provide access to birth and other vital records for certain years. The year range available depends on the extent and quality of their record keeping, as well as the laws of the individual state or county.
The judgeâs power allows for dismissal of the case, acquittal, or declaration of a mistrial, and depending upon legal technicalities, the judgeâs decision for acquittal may be interpreted as a dismissal or a mistrial.
(a) Return. The jury must return its verdict to a judge in open court. The verdict must be unanimous. (b) Partial Verdicts, Mistrial, and Retrial. (1) Multiple Defendants. If there are multiple defendants, the jury may return a verdict at any time during its deliberations as to any defendant about whom it has agreed.