What is another word for directed verdict?
Pronunciation: [da͡ɪɹˈɛktɪd vˈɜːdɪkt] (IPA) 
A directed verdict refers to a court ruling which instructs a jury to return a particular verdict. Alternatively known as a directed judgment or a directed finding, a directed verdict is typically issued by a judge who feels that the evidence presented in court is conclusive and does not require the input or decision of the jury. Other terms used to describe a directed verdict include a non-suit, a judgment as a matter of law, or a verdict peremptory instruction. Regardless of the terminology used, this legal procedure effectively takes the decision-making power away from the jury and places it directly in the hands of the presiding judge.
