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The jury’s answers to the questions it receives from the court (judge) 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 Rhode Island, as in other states, the jury plays a crucial role in the legal process during a trial. After hearing the evidence and arguments presented by both sides, the jury receives instructions from the judge, known as the jury charge, which outlines the legal standards that should guide their deliberations. The jury then answers specific questions, often in the form of a verdict form, which address the factual issues of the case. Their answers to these questions determine the outcome of the lawsuit, which is the jury verdict. This verdict indicates whether the defendant is liable or not, and if so, what the damages are. The court then enters a judgment based on the jury's verdict, which is a formal statement of the result of the lawsuit, including the relief granted, such as monetary damages or injunctive relief. The judgment is the final decision of the court in that lawsuit and is enforceable by law.

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