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→1. Conduct of the trial
#The clinician can choose to:
#*a) make a "no evidence" motion (this is done prior to deciding to call evidence),
#*b) choose not to call any evidence, or#*c) call defence witnesses.
#If the clinician chooses to call a defence, he or she can then call witnesses, and Crown may cross-examine each witness as they are called.
#If a defence was called, defence counsel makes closing submissions, then Crown.
#If a defence was not called, Crown makes closing submissions first, and then defence counsel.
#The judge will consider the facts and law, make findings of fact and give his or her decision and reasons. If the accused is found guilty, a Pre-Sentence Report (PSR) may be ordered. If one is not ordered, the judge will then hear sentencing submissions.