In some situations, the defense counsel could elect to wait until the prosecutor has presented the government's evidence before giving an opening statement, thereby concealing the defense strategy until the government has disclosed its case.

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This is a valid defense strategy, known as "opening last," that allows the defense counsel to tailor their opening statement to the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the government's case.

In Some Situations, the Defense Counsel Could Elect to Wait