The 12.80 GENERAL VERDICT FORM (42 U.S.C. CIV. 1983) is a legal form used in civil lawsuits in the United States to record the ultimate decision of a trial. The form is used to register the jury's verdict in the case, and is usually filed along with the jury instructions and other documents related to the case. The 12.80 form is based on Title 42 of the United States Code, Section 1983, which gives individuals the right to sue for damages or other relief when their civil rights have been violated. There are two types of 12.80 General Verdict Forms: a “general verdict” and a “special verdict.” The general verdict form is used when the jury has to decide between two or more parties in the case, while the special verdict form is used to decide specific issues related to the case. Both forms must be filled out and signed by the jury members, and then filed with the court.