A type of trial in which a judge, working on behalf of the government, is responsible for gathering information relevant to the disposition of a case, is referred to as ___________________.

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An inquisitorial trial is a type of trial in which a judge, rather than the lawyers, takes an active role in investigating the facts of the case and gathering evidence. This is in contrast to an adversarial trial, in which each side presents evidence and arguments to the judge or jury. In an inquisitorial trial, the judge is responsible for bringing out the truth and resolving the case based on the evidence.

A Type of Trial in Which a Judge, Working on Behalf