CASE 10.2
Chad Faulstick, a construction worker from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is arrested for the premeditated murder of his wife, Charity. Charity, a school teacher in Pittsburgh, was found dead and buried in woods approximately three miles from her house two weeks after she was reported missing by her parents. Given this information, answer the following questions.
-Having presented its case against Mr. Faulstick, the prosecution rests. Concerned that the state has not proved the charge against the defendant beyond a reasonable doubt, Mr. Faulstick's attorney enters a motion for what

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Mr. Faulstick's attorney should enter a motion for a direct verdict, as this is a request for the judge to make a decision in favor of the defendant without going to the jury for their decision. The attorney is concerned that the state has not met the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt, and therefore believes the case should not proceed to the jury. Cross-examination is a standard part of the trial process, and the defense would have already had the opportunity to cross-examine the prosecution's witnesses. An exculpatory clause is a provision that limits or eliminates liability for certain actions, and is not applicable in this case. Rebuttal verdict is not a recognized legal term.

CASE 10.2 Chad Faulstick, a Construction Worker from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Is Arrested