Before the judge announces the sentence, a defendant is entitled to which of the following?
Acquittal
Allocution
Judgment
Forfeiture
Before the judge announces the sentence, a defendant is entitled to all of the following:
1. Acquittal: The defendant has the right to be found not guilty if the evidence presented in the trial does not prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
2. Allocution: The defendant has the right to address the court before the sentence is pronounced, usually to make a statement or present mitigating factors.
3. Judgment: The judge, after considering the evidence and arguments presented during the trial, will make a judgment on the defendant's guilt or innocence.
4. Forfeiture: This refers to the loss or surrender of property or assets that may be subjected to seizure or confiscation as a consequence of the defendant's conviction. However, forfeiture is not typically considered a right of the defendant but rather a potential consequence of the sentencing.