If the jury hears both sides' arguments and decides KC is guilty of manslaughter, or some other lesser crime, how is that decision announced?
Let's say that, during deliberation, the jury thinks Caylee died by accident, but because of KC's negligence. They think KC is guilty of a lesser charge. So, now what???
I mean, what do they say when the judge asks ,"...On the charge of Murder in the First Degree, how do you find the defendant?"
Do they say, "not guilty, but...?"
Or, do they say, "not guilty," and then something else happens legally that will announce the decision that she is guilty of manslaughter, or whatever???
Is there another chance, then, for the jury to say, "Not guilty of Murder 1, but while we are on the subject..." (of course, not like that, lol, but you know what I mean.)
Or, does KC walk free because they don't think she committed the specific crime for which she is being tried??? I don't think that is the case, but I want to make sure.
Thanks for all of your help!!