I saw this reply, in Andrew’s feed ... no idea if true, but, wouldn’t surprise me, if so ...
Savannah
@BasedSavannah
NY has an unusual order for closing. The defense provides their summation first, then the prosecution makes their closing statement. In most states, the prosecution goes 1st, then the defense; after that prosecution has a chance for a closing rebuttal. Of course NY is different.
Yep erycase of Perry Mason I ever watched the defense goes last.
Yeah, saw that. What a joke.
Thanks! I thought something was odd there. I thought “the final word” was sacrosanct in the proceedings.
Defense first?! Was not aware of that. Do they at least get a final rebuttal?