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by AlbertCory 1455 days ago
> the judge only conducts

Continuing with your metaphor, the symphony conductor "only conducts" -- he or she doesn't play the instruments.

The judge sustains or overrules objections. They decide what topics may be presented at all via the Motions in Limine [1] which are incredibly important. And much more.

[1] https://legaldictionary.net/motion-in-limine/