A not guilty verdict on all charges normally ends a criminal case âthe prosecution cannot appeal an acquittal. A guilty verdict on some or all charges, however, doesnât necessarily mean the case is over. Defendants who think theyâve been wrongfully convicted can:
Friendly political wager A friendly political wager is a largely symbolic wager made between politicians representing two cities or areas on the outcome of an important sports contest between teams representing those same two cities or areas.
1a : tending to lessen conflict : conciliatoryb : rejecting the use of force as an instrument of policy. 2a : having a soothing appearance or effect mild pacific breezesb : mild of temper : peaceable. 3 capitalized : of, relating to, bordering on, or situated near the Pacific Ocean.