3.02 Explanatory: Judge's Opinion is a type of legal opinion issued by a judge that explains their reasoning behind their decision in a case. This opinion is issued in order to provide a comprehensive explanation to all parties involved in the case. It is usually issued after the final decision has been made and the verdict has been passed. The opinion typically includes the judge's interpretation of the relevant statutes and case law and any other information that may have been considered in making the decision. The judge's opinion may also include a summary of the facts presented in the case, the judge's analysis of the evidence, and the judge's reasoning and conclusions. There are two types of 3.02 Explanatory: Judge's Opinion — a written opinion and an oral opinion. A written opinion is the judge's written explanation of their decision, while an oral opinion is the judge's verbal explanation at the conclusion of a case.