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How a Powerful Opening Statement Can Affect a Case
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32:20 - 38:18 (05:57)

A prosecutor shares his experience where his opening statement had a profound effect on the defendant's defense attorney and highlights the importance of delivering on what is promised in the opening statement for a successful case outcome.

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Delivering on your promises in your opening statement can lead to a conviction.
32:20 - 35:46 (03:25)
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Law
Summary

Delivering on your promises in your opening statement can lead to a conviction. The power of a strong opening statement is demonstrated when a defense attorney is caught off guard by the prosecutor's delivery.

Chapter
How a Powerful Opening Statement Can Affect a Case
Episode
Betrayal
Podcast
Dateline NBC
Irwin's confession is anticipated by the co-hosts of The Murder Squad but the details that Irwin spews are heartbreaking, gruesome and tragic.
35:46 - 38:18 (02:32)
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True Crime
Summary

Irwin's confession is anticipated by the co-hosts of The Murder Squad but the details that Irwin spews are heartbreaking, gruesome and tragic.

Chapter
How a Powerful Opening Statement Can Affect a Case
Episode
Betrayal
Podcast
Dateline NBC