After the prosecution rested, James’s attorneys chose not to present a case at all. Instead, they rested their case as well and began preparing for closing arguments. Which of the following is likely true in this circumstance?
A. The defense believes that the prosecution failed to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt.
B. If James is convicted, his conviction will be overturned because the defense attorney failed to present a case.
C. The judge has granted a defense motion to dismiss the trial.
D. The defense believes that the prosecution’s case is so strong, there is no reason to attempt a defense.
A. The defense believes that the prosecution failed to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt.
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