What is the term for the jury's final decision in a case?

The term for the jury's final decision in a case is "verdict." A verdict is the outcome reached by the jury after they have deliberated on the evidence presented during the trial. It reflects the jury's determination regarding the facts of the case, usually whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty in a criminal case, or if the plaintiff has proved their case in a civil trial.

Judgment, in contrast, refers to the formal decision that the judge makes based on the jury's verdict or the decision in a bench trial where no jury is involved. Ruling generally pertains to the decisions made by the judge throughout the proceedings, which might include various pre-trial motions or evidentiary issues. Finding, while it can refer to a conclusion or determination, is more often associated with a judge's determination of facts rather than the jury's final decision. Therefore, "verdict" specifically denotes the conclusion reached by the jury, distinguishing it from these other legal terms.