What should I say in my final statement?

Legal analysis: The right of final statement is an important litigation right enjoyed by criminal defendants in court. Its theoretical basis mainly lies in the legislation's special attention to the weak position of criminal defendants and the embodiment of the principle of words. Finally, the setting of the statement procedure helps the judge to better discover the truth of the case, at the same time, it also highlights the respect for the defendant's personality, and can also have a special educational function for the audience.

The defendant's final statement is the last opportunity to defend himself in the trial, and the rights granted by law should be fully cherished. First of all, the final statement shall not harm the public interests of the country, others and society. Secondly, the defendant's final statement can't digress, it must be related to the case, and it can be stated around his subjective aspects, objective behavior, whether he repents or not. Finally, in the final statement, the defendant shall not make improper repetition. If the defendant inappropriately repeats the defense opinions that have been published before, the judge will stop speaking, which will cause the defendant to be nervous and miss important statements.

Legal basis:

Article 198 of the Criminal Procedure Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) * * * During the court hearing, all facts and evidence related to conviction and sentencing shall be investigated and debated. With the permission of the presiding judge, the public prosecutor, the parties, defenders and agents ad litem may express their opinions on the evidence and the case, and may argue with each other. After the presiding judge announces the end of the debate, the defendant has the right to make a final statement.