The main structure of court defense words generally consists of preface, defense reasons and conclusion.
The defense reason (is the core content of defense words. The main purpose of the defender's explanation is to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the defendant. Based on the facts of the defendant's behavior and the relevant laws and regulations, we should demonstrate the opinions and basis that the defendant is innocent, the crime is light or the criminal responsibility should be reduced or even exempted. Therefore, it is usually necessary to debate and discuss whether it constitutes a crime, what kind of charges it belongs to, whether it has the legal conditions for a lighter punishment, and whether the proceedings are legal. )
Conclusion (is the induction and summary of the defense words. Generally speaking, there are two contents: one is the central point of the defense word; The second is to put forward suggestions to the court on the handling of the defendant. )
Defender:
Model essay: words used by the chief judge and the defense judge:
In accordance with the provisions of China's Criminal Procedure Law, entrusted by the defendant Shi xx and appointed by xxx Law Firm, I acted as the defender of the defendant Shi XX's robbery case and participated in the litigation activities in this case.
Before the trial, I met with the defendant, seriously inquired about the case, and carefully studied the indictment, case file and other relevant legal documents. According to the facts of this case and relevant laws and regulations, I now put forward the following defense opinions for the reference of the collegial panel: