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The jury charge is the questions, instructions, and definitions given to the jury by the court (judge) in a lawsuit to resolve the dispute between the parties. The jury’s answers to the questions in the jury charge determines the outcome of the lawsuit (the jury verdict), and is ultimately reflected in the court’s judgment (the statement of the relief granted in the lawsuit—generally who owes who money).

In Vermont, the jury charge, also known as jury instructions, is a crucial component of a trial. It consists of the questions, instructions, and legal definitions that the judge provides to the jury before they deliberate on a verdict. The purpose of the jury charge is to guide the jurors on how to apply the law to the facts of the case. Vermont courts have established procedures to ensure that the jury charge is accurate and clear, including allowing attorneys to propose instructions and object to any they find improper. The jury's answers to the questions posed in the charge are what determine the outcome of the lawsuit, known as the jury verdict. This verdict is then reflected in the court's judgment, which details the relief granted, such as the award of damages or other remedies. Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure and case law govern the formulation and delivery of jury instructions, ensuring that they are fair and conform to the substantive law of the case.

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