Wyoming Jury Instruction - Impeachment - Inconsistent Statement - Defendant Testifies With Felony Conviction

• Category: Federal - Jury Instructions - Basic Criminal Claim Instructions
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-11CR-6-4
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form contains sample jury instructions, to be used across the United States. These questions are to be used only as a model, and should be altered to more perfectly fit your own cause of action needs.

Wyoming Jury Instruction Impeachmenten— - Inconsistent Statemen— - Defendant Testifies With Felony Conviction is a legal concept applied in criminal trials in the state of Wyoming. It addresses the situation where a defendant, while testifying on their own behalf, makes inconsistent statements that conflict with their past felony conviction. This jury instruction serves as a guideline for jurors in evaluating the credibility and reliability of the defendant's testimony. When a defendant with a felony conviction takes the stand and presents conflicting statements, the Wyoming Jury Instruction Impeachmenten— - Inconsistent Statement helps the jury assess the weight and trustworthiness that should be given to the defendant's claims. By highlighting the inconsistent statements and connecting them with the defendant's prior conviction, this instruction enables jurors to carefully consider the defendant's credibility and the potential impact on their overall testimony. The Wyoming Jury Instruction Impeachmenten— - Inconsistent Statemen— - Defendant Testifies With Felony Conviction may fall into various types based on specific circumstances and legal considerations. Some variations of this instruction could include: 1. First Degree Felony Testimony Inconsistent: This instruction focuses on cases where the defendant has been convicted of a first-degree felony and presents inconsistent statements while testifying in their defense. 2. Second Degree Felony Testimony Inconsistent: This instruction pertains to situations where the defendant has a history of second-degree felony conviction and provides inconsistent testimonial statements. 3. Third Degree Felony Testimony Inconsistent: This jury instruction applies when the defendant has a prior conviction of a third-degree felony and exhibits inconsistent statements during their testimony. 4. Multiple Felony Convictions Testimony Inconsistent: This variation is used when the defendant has multiple felony convictions and offers conflicting statements while testifying. 5. Aggravated Felony Testimony Inconsistent: In cases where the defendant has been convicted of an aggravated felony, this instruction assists the jury in evaluating the defendant's inconsistent statements during their testimony. It's important to note that the specific jury instructions used in a trial depend on the nature of the defendant's charges, their criminal history, and the circumstances of the case. Ultimately, these instructions help ensure a fair and informed decision-making process for the jury, allowing them to assess the credibility and weight of the defendant's testimony.