Would there ever be a time when a defendant him/herself would ...

[robinn137]

Would there ever be a time when a defendant him/herself would make a closing argument and is there any circumstance where you would recommend that?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of the statements below is correct regarding comments by the judge on the evidence?
 
  A) States differ in permitting a judge to comment on the evidence.
  B) All states allow the judge to comment on the strength of the evidence.
  C) No state allows the judge to comment on the strength of the evidence.
  D) Any comment by the judge must be made before the evidence is entered into the trial.

[sabina576]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: Even though represented by an attorney, occasionally a defendant will insist upon making a closing
argument in addition to the one given by the attorney. Whether this will be permitted is at the judges
discretion. If the defendant is self-represented, a closing argument is always permitted.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A