Chapter 5 The Penalty Trial

Index

• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 “eligibility” and “selection” Phases
• 5.3 Aggravating Factors
• 5.4 Mitigation
• 5.5 Exclusion of Mitigating Evidence
• 5.6 Instructions Concerning Parole Eligibility
• 5.7 Jury Instructions and Verdict Forms
• 5.8 Closing Argument
• 5.9 Defendant’s Presence During Jury Deliberations
• 5.10 Polling the Jury
• 5.11 Impeaching the Jury’s Verdict
• 5.12 Post-sentence Reports
• 5.13 Resentencing Hearings
• Appendix 5-1 Sample Jury Verdict Forms
• Appendix 5-2 Motion to Declare the “continuing Threat” Aggravating Factor Unconstitutional in Light of Lawlor V. Commonwealth