Chapter 8 - 8.1 Introduction

• Jurisdiction: Virginia

8.1 INTRODUCTION

An objection to the statements or conduct of the judge hearing one's case is clearly the most difficult for counsel to make in the course of a trial. There are many reasons for counsel to forego these objections, the most significant being the risk of alienating the person who may control the client's fate. It is difficult for counsel to know the point at which such an objection must be made despite the risks. The appellate courts tend to define this point in terms of conduct that is so...