Title 18, Crimes and Criminal ProcedureRelease 119-102
§3445 Motion for Judgment of Acquittal—(rule)
Title 18 › PART II — CRIMINAL PROCEDURE › CHAPTER 221 — ARRAIGNMENT, PLEAS AND TRIAL › § 3445
Summary
Courts stopped using "directed verdict" motions and now allow a "judgment of acquittal" request; a judge can hold off on ruling and the person on trial may make the same request again after the trial.
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18 U.S.C. § 3445
Title 18, Crimes and Criminal Procedure
Last Updated
Aug 21, 2026
Release point: 119-102