sidebar conference

sidebar conference.

1. A discussion among the judge and counsel, usu. over an evidentiary objection, outside the jury’s hearing. — Also termed bench conference. [Cases: Trial 18, 50. C.J.S. Trial §§ 91–92, 176.]

2. A discussion, esp. during voir dire, between the judge and a juror or prospective juror. — Often shortened to sidebar.

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