People v. Rand

We granted leave to determine the proper basis for the construction of jury verdicts. We hold that a jury verdict is not void for uncertainty if its meaning can be clearly deduced by reference to the pleadings, the court’s charge, and the entire record.

Defendant was charged by information with armed robbery, MCLA 750.529; MSA 28.797, and with assault with intent to commit murder, MCLA 750.83; MSA 28.278.

Prior to beginning its deliberations, the jury was given the following form to take to the jury room:

"FORMS OF THE VERDICT COUNT I

1. We, the Jury, find the defendant guilty of Armed Robbery.

2.…