In a death penalty case, there are really two trials. In the first trial, the jury decides guilt or innocence. In the second phase, they decide whether the defendant’s actions warrant death. This procedure is referred to as

a. a multi-layer trial.
b. a bifurcated trial.
c. an enhanced trial.
d. none of the above.


b. a bifurcated trial.

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