Kly, must a directed verdict of acquittal follow only upon the defense's request?
Yes. It would constitute ineffective assistance if defense counsel failed to request it where it was appropriate. I've never seen where a request was not made in a case, in which a judge would have granted it though.
Do I understand that a judge can order an acquittal even without a defense request?
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