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 entered by a trial judge after determining that there are no legally sufficient evidentiary bases for a reasonable jury to reach a different conclusion. If granted, it results in an automatic win for the defendant, negating the need for further evidence presentation.

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