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Beginning statement in a court case
An opening statement is generally the first occasion that the trier of fact (jury or judge) has to hear from a lawyer in a trial, aside possibly from
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Topics referred to by the same term
institution Inauguration Keynote Opening sentence Opening sequence Opening statement, a beginning statement in a court case Opening (morphology), a morphological
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Murder trial in Florida
prosecution and defense gave opening statements on June 12, 2023. Former Prosecutor Kristine Bradley gave the state's opening statement. She stated that Melly
Trial_of_YNW_Melly
Fictional company featured in Warner Bros. cartoons
in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. "Coyote vs. Acme, Plaintiff's Opening Statement". James Fuqua's Law Jokes. Retrieved 28 July 2017. From Frazier, Ian
Acme_Corporation
American Army officer (born 1975)
Jr., acting Ambassador to Ukraine. On October 28, 2019, Vindman's opening statement to the House Intelligence Committee, House Foreign Affairs Committee
Alex_Vindman
1979 film by Norman Jewison
Fleming jokes that he would like to see Shepard sometime. In his opening statement, Kirkland sarcastically muses about the legal system and Bowers's
...And_Justice_for_All_(film)
American politician, attorney, and educator (1936–1996)
oratorical abilities, Jordan achieved national fame for her televised opening statement at the House Judiciary Committee hearings during the impeachment process
Barbara_Jordan
2020 libel trial in London, England
original on 10 March 2021. Retrieved 23 March 2021. Opening statement – Depp, pp. 4, 20 Opening statement – Depp, p. 13 Davies, Caroline (28 July 2020). "Amber
Depp v News Group Newspapers Ltd
Depp_v_News_Group_Newspapers_Ltd
2008 death of an American toddler in Orlando, Florida, U.S.
Orange County Courthouse, with Judge Belvin Perry presiding. In the opening statements, lead prosecutor Burdick described the story of Caylee's disappearance
Death_of_Caylee_Anthony
2018 murder in Wisconsin, US
2022-11-26. Retrieved 2022-01-19. "10/15/19 WI v. McCandless: Prosecution Opening Statement". Court TV. 2019-10-15. Archived from the original on 2022-12-05.
Murder_of_Alex_Woodworth
International agreement on the nuclear program of Iran
Foreign Relations (23 July 2015) (video of hearing). "Senator Corker Opening Statement at Hearing to Review the Iran Nuclear Agreement". U.S. Senate Committee
Iran_nuclear_deal
American murderer of her own children (born 1971)
David Bruck and Judy Clarke served as co-counsel for Smith. In their opening statement, Clarke argued Smith was deeply troubled and experienced severe depression
Susan_Smith
2011 manslaughter trial in California, US
Deborah Brazil, both Los Angeles deputy district attorneys, in their opening statement told jurors, "misplaced trust in the hands of Murray cost Jackson
People_v._Murray
Type of business statement
A stock statement is a business statement that provides information on the value and quantity of stock-related transactions. This statement describes
Stock_statement
2018 murder
Anthony Pardon Penalty Phase - Prosecution Opening Statement. Anthony Pardon Penalty Phase Defense Opening Statement. Anthony Pardon Penalty Phase Day 2 Dr
Murder_of_Rachael_Anderson
Britain's youngest female killer (born 1957)
opened the case on behalf of the prosecution at 11:30 a.m. In an opening statement lasting six hours, Lyons informed the jury they faced an "unhappy
Mary_Bell
2004 murder in Arlington, Texas, U.S.
stable environment to develop properly. Addressing the prosecution's opening statement claims, a forensic consultant said that the blood on the golf club
Murder_of_Davontae_Williams
1915 novella by Franz Kafka
descriptions are not compatible with each other indicates that the opening statement is not to be trusted. If the reader is not hoodwinked by the first
The_Metamorphosis
of the team creating the opening and closing ceremonies of the Games; his nationality was omitted from official statements. Gillian Chung was originally
2008 Summer Olympics opening ceremony
2008_Summer_Olympics_opening_ceremony
2004–06 British police inquiry into Diana's death
opened on 2 October 2007, headed by Lord Justice Scott Baker. The opening statement mostly consisted of evidence and findings in the criminal investigation
Operation_Paget
2006 crime drama film by Nick Cassavetes
15, 2009, with the defense's opening statements saying Hollywood was not involved with the murder. In his opening statement, Lynn described Hollywood as
Alpha_Dog
2019 US investigation of president
Committee. After opening statements from Chairman Schiff and ranking member Representative Nunes, Taylor and Kent read their openings statements. This was followed
Impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump
Impeachment_inquiry_into_Donald_Trump
American foreign policy adviser (born 1965)
ISSN 0140-0460. Retrieved November 22, 2019. "READ: Transcript Of Fiona Hill's Opening Statement". Boston: WGBH. November 21, 2019. Retrieved November 22, 2019. "Fiona
Fiona Hill (presidential advisor)
Fiona_Hill_(presidential_advisor)
2013 murder trial in Florida, United States
Prosecutors John Guy and Richard Mantei assisted, with Guy making the opening statement. The prosecutor initially responsible for the case was Norm Wolfinger
Trial_of_George_Zimmerman
Ceremonial event marking the beginning of a session of the UK Parliament
The State Opening of Parliament is a ceremonial event which formally marks the beginning of each session of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. At its
State_Opening_of_Parliament
2021 murder trial in the U.S. state of Minnesota
attention. Opening statements from the prosecution and the defense were heard on March 29, 2021. Prosecutor Jerry Blackwell started opening statements saying
Trial_of_Derek_Chauvin
Trial of British soldier
that a "core of consistency" remained: both sets of statements implicated "Soldier F" in opening fire, and civilian evidence did not support the claim
Trial_of_Soldier_F
2013 murder in North Attleborough, Massachusetts
January 29, 2015, the trial began in Fall River, Massachusetts with opening statements by prosecuting attorney Patrick Bomberg and defense attorney Michael
Murder_of_Odin_Lloyd
Filipino model and beauty pageant titleholder (born 1995)
night, she advanced to the Top 20 as one of the wildcards. At the opening statement segment, she acknowledged an aging world and recalled her experiences
Gazini_Ganados
Music project by Jake McElfresh
Alternative Press. Sharp, Tyler (July 1, 2015). "Front Porch Step makes opening statement at Warped Tour: "I know who I am"". Alternative Press. Stray From
Front_Porch_Step
Assassin of Robert F. Kennedy (born 1944)
that the record be sealed about the motion. The trial proceeded, and opening statements began on February 12. The lead prosecutor in the case was Lynn "Buck"
Sirhan_Sirhan
US Supreme Court justice from 1941 to 1954 (1892–1954)
applications to today Nuremberg opening statement Archived October 10, 2013, at the Wayback Machine Nuremberg closing statement Archived October 10, 2013,
Robert_H._Jackson
2013 domestic terrorist attack in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
com. Retrieved April 8, 2015. "Excerpt Jury Trial Day Twenty-Seven: Opening Statement by Mr. Weiner" (PDF). United States v. Dzhokhar A. Tsarnaev. March
Boston_Marathon_bombing
American financial analyst and investor (born 1986)
(February 18, 2021). GameStop hearing: Keith Gill aka Roaring Kitty opening statement before Capitol Hill lawmakers. Retrieved July 1, 2024 – via YouTube
Keith_Gill
American intelligence officer (born 1979)
Archived from the original on 2022-12-07. Retrieved 2022-12-07. Opening Statement Response to Questionnaire for Completion by Presidential Nominees
Christine_Abizaid
American rock supergroup
(2013, Thirty Tigers / Melvin Records) "Stomp and Holler" (2014) "Opening Statement" (2016) "Amazon.com: Hard Working Americans". Amazon. 2014. "Neal
Hard_Working_Americans
1961 trial of Adolf Eichmann
prosecution reviewed Eichmann's crimes. Hausner began (in Hebrew) with this opening statement: In the place where I stand before you, Judges of Israel, to present
Eichmann_trial
1995 murder trial in Texas
trial began with the jury's swearing-in on October 9, 1995, through opening statements on October 12, to a verdict on October 23. Former nurse Yolanda Saldívar
Trial_of_Yolanda_Saldívar
American diplomat (born 1947)
On October 22, 2019, Taylor's opening statement also explained that Sondland required that Zelensky make public statements announcing an investigation,
William_B._Taylor_Jr.
2015 federal trial of the surviving Boston Marathon bomber
well as murdering an MIT police officer days later. In her 20-minute opening statement, Clarke said: "There's little that occurred the week of April the
Trial_of_Dzhokhar_Tsarnaev
which is immediately followed by a 5-minute opening statement by the defense. After opening statements, the plaintiff/prosecution calls its first witness
Pennsylvania Mock Trial Competition
Pennsylvania_Mock_Trial_Competition
2024 Norwegian film
and haven't opened it since." — Gunnar Sønsteby, 1918–2012, Film opening statement When he was 94, Gunnar took a taxi to Diakonhjemmet in Oslo and laid
Number_24_(film)
American attorney (born 1966)
Archived from the original on August 29, 2019. Retrieved August 1, 2017. "Statement by Attorney General Sessions on the Swearing in of FBI Director Chris
Christopher_A._Wray
1992 siege and shootout in Idaho, US
September 4, 2010. Idaho v. Horiuchi, 266 (9th Cir. June 5, 2001). "Opening Statement of Louis J. Freeh, Director Federal Bureau of Investigation". fas
Ruby_Ridge_standoff
Improving effectiveness of advocates
individual tasks (tactical skills) such as selecting jurors, delivering opening statements and closing arguments, and examining witnesses, and those skills that
Trial_advocacy
2014 debate on the origins of the universe
determine which man delivered his opening statement first. The debate lasted two and a half hours. During his opening statement, Ham declared, "I believe science
Bill_Nye–Ken_Ham_debate
American criminal defense attorney
co-counsel was David Bruck, a friend of hers from law school. In her opening statement, Clarke argued Smith was deeply troubled and suffering from severe
Judy_Clarke
American Army veteran, teacher and actress (born 1983)
Lynch. Jessica Lynch at IMDb As delivered transcript, audio, video of Jessica Lynch's Opening Statement to the House Oversight & Govt. Reform Committee
Jessica_Lynch
Captivity and abuse of Elisabeth Fritzl
blue folder, which he was entitled to do under Austrian law. After opening statements, all journalists and spectators were asked to leave the courtroom
Fritzl_case
Concluding statement of each party's counsel in a trial
and be sure to give their side of the argument and to be emotional. Opening statement Raymond Desèze: Plaidoyer prononcé à l’audience du Châtelet de Paris
Closing_argument
Failed 1923 Nazi coup attempt in Munich, Germany
Hitler outright. The other nine defendants would follow with their own opening statements with little interruption from Neithardt. Ernst Röhm testified: "I
Beer_Hall_Putsch
The trading statement is an expanded version of sales portion of the Income statement. The trading statement's main objective is to determine sales, cost
Trading_statement
Islamic phrase meaning "In the name of Allah"
Bismillah Beyond Probability, God's Message in Mathematics. Series 1: The Opening Statement of the Quran (The Basmalah). The Blessed Basmala – Seeking a healing
Basmala
2023 international leader meeting in Japan
Leaders' Video Conference was held. After the opening remarks by Prime Minister Kishida as the Chair and a statement by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine
49th_G7_summit
2018 murder in Lake Forest, California, US
selection for the trial commenced. The trial began in April. In the opening statement for the defense, Woodward's attorney admitted to his client's guilt
Murder_of_Blaze_Bernstein
US Navy cruiser research program
July 2007). "25,000-ton cruiser under consideration". Navy Times. "Opening Statement of Ranking Member Roscoe Bartlett on Navy Destroyer Acquisition Programs"
CG(X)
American film producer and sex offender (born 1952)
jury selection process for the retrial began on April 15, 2025, with opening statements and witness testimony then beginning on April 23, 2025. Jury deliberations
Harvey_Weinstein
Chess opening
The English Opening is a chess opening that begins with the move: 1. c4 A flank opening, it is the fourth most popular and, according to various databases
English_Opening
American attorney and politician (born 1958)
bill that would have required him to do so. Becerra said in a public statement that there were "significant" allegations of "destruction of evidence"
Xavier_Becerra
American diplomat
French, and Polish. https://x.com/i/status/2009593064797737154 "Opening Statement for Julie Stufft Nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Senate
Julie_Stufft
Formal conversation, often between opposing viewpoints, on a topic
for, against, or undecided. Each panelist presents a seven-minute opening statement, after which the moderator takes questions from the audience with
Debate
American spree killer (1960–2009)
immediately switched back to having legal representation after his opening statement. He was charged with murder, terrorism, conspiracy and the illegal
John_Allen_Muhammad
American serial killer (born 1930)
Danner sought the death penalty for Carpenter if convicted. During opening statements, he outlined the murder of Ellen Hansen and Steven Haertle's wounding
David_Carpenter
2007 American presidential controversy
2007 Opening statement of Ambassador Joseph C. Wilson, IV (ret.), before the House Committee on the Judiciary, July 11, 2007 Opening statement of Committee
Scooter Libby clemency controversy
Scooter_Libby_clemency_controversy
Malaysian singer and murderer (1956–2001)
pre-trial hearings in relation to the murder of Mazlan Idris began. In opening statements, the head of C.I.D.'s Kidnap and Ransom unit Takbir Ahmad Nazir Ahmad
Mona_Fandey
American volleyball team
2024. Walker, Sean (January 22, 2025). "LOVB Salt Lake makes strong opening statement for Utah volleyball with win in home debut". KSL.com. Retrieved January
LOVB_Salt_Lake
American parent murderer (born 1998)
entered a plea of not guilty and went to trial in January 2022, with opening statements starting on January 4. Prosecutors argued that Chandler murdered his
Chandler_Halderson
American murder case
com. July 24, 2013. Retrieved June 10, 2020. Mitchell Young trial, opening statement of prosecuting attorney John Skrzynski As stated by his co-worker
Murder_of_Robert_Cipriano
Book by Raymond Chandler
he touches on general literature and modern society as well. The opening statement – "Fiction in any form has always intended to be realistic" – places
The_Simple_Art_of_Murder
Stadium in Torreón, Mexico
responsible for giving the opening kickoff. The FIFA president at the time, Joseph Blatter, was also present. The opening statement was given by the President
Estadio_Corona
Hungarian political party
thinking, and professional credibility." – Quotation from 2rk.hu's opening statement. Zemplényi, Lili (16 September 2023). "A New Party in the Hungarian
Second_Reform_Era_Party
Program for private screening in U.S. airports
examine the causes of the TSA's resistance to the SPP. According to the opening statement of Representative Mike Rogers (a supporter of the SPP), the TSA should
Screening_Partnership_Program
The defense attorney can then make their opening statement, or choose to reserve their opening statement until the district attorney rests their case
Criminal procedure in California
Criminal_procedure_in_California
National Mall. After a brief supportive statement from Senator Javits, Kerry read his prepared opening statement, and stated: "I would like to say for the
Fulbright_hearings
Annual report by the president of the United States
speech occurred the same day that Clinton's defense team made its opening statement in Clinton's impeachment trial, though he did not mention the proceeding
State_of_the_Union
Anti-government paramilitary organization
Subcommittee on Terrorism along with militia leaders from other states. His opening statement included the following words: Not only does the Constitution specifically
Michigan_Militia
Cuneiform sign
as Bil (cuneiform), for the spelling of speaks, or "says", in the opening statement; the Akkadian language word is "qabû", for to say, tell. (There is
Ne_(cuneiform)
prosecution gives an opening statement that summarizes its general arguments. The defense can then present its opening statement or may opt to wait until
United States criminal procedure
United_States_criminal_procedure
Japanese officer and war criminal (1885–1946)
at the time, served as the chief counsel for the defense. In his opening statement, Clarke asserted: The Accused is not charged with having done something
Tomoyuki_Yamashita
Part of the 2012 U.S. presidential election
announced to the public prior to the start, both candidates would have no opening statement. There were six 15-minute segments, with the moderator introducing
2012 United States presidential debates
2012_United_States_presidential_debates
58th Binibining Pilipinas pageant
determined the selection of the 12 semifinalists. These had to give an opening statement, followed by the swimsuit and evening gown competitions. Finally they
Binibining_Pilipinas_2022
1989 crime in New York City
trial. Assistant District Attorney Elizabeth Lederer had a lengthy opening statement, and Wise broke down at the defense table after it, weeping and shouting
Central_Park_jogger_case
Advancement of Women; in particular: Opening statement of the Holy See at the Beijing Conference, 5 Set 1995 and Concluding statement of the Holy See at the Beijing
Holy See and the United Nations
Holy_See_and_the_United_Nations
2002 song by Coldplay
Coldplay's 15 best songs, calling it "crushingly effective" as an opening statement and noting that it marked the moment "Chris Martin and co. shrugged
Politik_(song)
British judge and barrister
Lawrence's Lady Chatterley's Lover. His much quoted remark in his opening statement as to whether the novel was something "you would even wish your wife
Mervyn_Griffith-Jones
American rapper (born 1974)
the situation in my neighborhood and maybe I'll get better." In his opening statement, Banner stated: "I can admit there are some problems in hip hop but
David_Banner
1770s works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
the opening statement is reserved for the very end of the movement. The Menuetto is quite striking due to the droning second oboe during the opening statement
Divertimenti for six winds (Mozart)
Divertimenti_for_six_winds_(Mozart)
2015 mass murder in Washington, D.C.
February 3, 2017, to begin September 4, 2018. The trial began with opening statements on September 11, 2018. On October 25, 2018, the defendant was found
D.C._mansion_murders
American professor of psychology (born 1966)
starred on a Disney Channel show "Professor Christine Blasey Ford Opening Statement -- Full Video -- (C-SPAN)". YouTube. C-SPAN. September 27, 2018. Archived
Christine_Blasey_Ford
Hindu mantra introduced in the Bṛhadāraṇyaka Upaniṣad
concept of the transcendental reality. The quote has been used as an opening statement for the Economic Survey 2021 by Krishnamurthy Subramanian, who reports
Pavamana_Mantra
Company (FESCO), owner of the Kapitan Man, in federal court. In his opening statement, Daly's lawyer laid out their side of the case. The company's lawyer
Strait of Juan de Fuca laser incident
Strait_of_Juan_de_Fuca_laser_incident
Political party in Scotland
forum for left-wing ideas and talent". Its website contained an "opening statement" signed by 22 activists, which others on the left were encouraged
RISE – Scotland's Left Alliance
RISE_–_Scotland's_Left_Alliance
Seat of the National Diet of Japan
Councillors, a successor of the House of Peers, where the Emperor makes his opening statement from his throne. In the Chamber of the House of Councillors, the microphones
National_Diet_Building
American diplomat and businessman
Pence, billionaire's wife". Fox News. Retrieved August 23, 2025. "Opening Statement of Nicholas A Merrick Nominee for U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic
Nicholas_Merrick
American television news magazine program
rhetorical decorum, with Aykroyd announcing the topic, Curtin making an opening statement, then Aykroyd typically retorting with ad hominem attacks, such as
60_Minutes
American saxophonist (born 1978)
albums of that year by All About Jazz and was deemed a "convincing opening statement in what promises to be an important career". In 2006 Shaw played as
Jaleel_Shaw
1974 studio album by Keith Jarrett
are remarkable by any standards; Garbarek's slightly out-of-tune opening statement on 'Solstice' and Danielsson's subsequent solo are masterful, while
Belonging (Keith Jarrett album)
Belonging_(Keith_Jarrett_album)
start to hear their perspective in the conflict interaction. "The opening statement says it all." (This hallmark describes the importance of the mediator's
Transformative_mediation
American politician (born 1973)
inquiry. During the November 2019 public hearings, he delivered the opening statement for the GOP minority. Nunes focused his remarks on what he described
Devin_Nunes
US House resolution
include the BOLO keyword targeting allegations. On May 22, 2013, in an opening statement to the House committee chaired by Representative Darrell Issa, Lerner
Finding Lois Lerner in contempt of Congress
Finding_Lois_Lerner_in_contempt_of_Congress
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English (chiefly East Anglia) : from a Germanic personal name composed of the elements folk ‘people’ + hari, heri ‘army’, which was introduced into England from France by the Normans; isolated examples may derive from the cognate Old English Folchere or Old Norse Folkar, but these names were far less common.
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Blind (from the Roman clan name Caecilius). Famous bearers: the African state of Rhodesia is...
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The Greatest; Form of Maximilian; Great; The Greatest Rival
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Lord of the sea.
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Opening in blossoms; flowering.
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Hence: A vacant place; an opportunity; as, an opening for business.
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During; as, pending the trail.
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A place which is open; a breach; an aperture; a gap; cleft, or hole.
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The evening of yesterday; the evening last past.
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Gently opening the bowels; laxative.
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An opening; a passage.
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The act of opening; an opening; an aperture.
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A new opening.
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Opinion.
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Not yet decided; in continuance; in suspense; as, a pending suit.
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The act or process of opening; a beginning; commencement; first appearance; as, the opening of a speech.
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The act of opening.
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A notch or opening.
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Having small opening, or foramina.
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Opening or speading outwards.
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A thinly wooded space, without undergrowth, in the midst of a forest; as, oak openings.