If the judge denies a defendant's motion for __________, then the defendant has the opportunity to present witnesses. However, if the judge grants the motion, then the defendant automatically wins the case and does not need to present any evidence.

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A directed verdict is a ruling by a judge, typically in favor of one party, that is made without allowing the jury to consider the evidence because the judge believes there is no legally sufficient evidentiary basis for a reasonable jury to reach a different conclusion. If granted, the defendant wins without presenting evidence. If denied, the defendant can present witnesses.

If the Judge Denies a Defendant's Motion for __________, Then