RULE 3.680. JUDGMENT ON INFORMAL VERDICT
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RULE 3.680. JUDGMENT ON INFORMAL VERDICT
If a verdict is rendered from which it can be clearly understood that the jurors intended to acquit the defendant, a judgment of not guilty shall be rendered thereon even though the verdict is
PDF page 249defective. No judgment of guilty shall be rendered on a verdict unless the jurors clearly express in it a finding of guilt of the defendant.
Committee Notes
1968 Adoption. Same as section 921.02, Florida Statutes.
1972 Amendment. Same as prior rule.