3.5 Return of Verdict

            A verdict form has been prepared for you. [Explain verdict form as needed.] After you have reached unanimous agreement on a verdict, your [presiding juror] [foreperson] should complete the verdict form according to your deliberations, sign and date it, and advise the [clerk] [bailiff] that you are ready to return to the courtroom.  

Comment 

            The judge may also wish to explain to the jury the particular form of verdict being used.