 What are the main purposes of Opening statement?

There are four main purposes to be accomplished in opening statements:

01.   Present a clear picture of the case, its major events, participants, instrumentalities, disputes and contentions.

02.    Arouse the interest of the judges in your case and general theory so that they want to hear your evidence. If judges become bored (or worse, if they become antagonistic), they may be inattentive while you present your witnesses.

03.   Build rapport with the jurors, speaking to them as intelligent people and communicating your sincere belief in your cause. This continues the process of establishing bonds with judges .

04.   For the defense, the opening statement presents the opportunity to remind the  judges that there will be two sides to the case so they do not make up their minds too soon.