Why the Right to a Jury Trial is Important The right to a jury trial is important because of many things. One of the reasons it’s so important is because everything that the court does affects everyday people. If the right to a jury trial wasn’t important, then bad people would be on the streets and doing bad things. So, my class and I are going to explain some things that may prove that a right to a jury trial is important. Citizens should serve on juries because the work done by courts affects all people, so all communities must be a part of our justice system. Today, together with voting, serving as a juror is one of the most important things a citizen can do to protect against tyranny, guarantee that the justice system remains in the …show more content…
Well first, you must reach a decision based only on the evidence presented to you in court. This is important because one element of a fair trial is that a case is decided based only on evidence that is reviewed by the parties and the court, and that is relevant to the case and to the issues to be decided. Something the jury heard outside the trial can affect what happens to the client. For instance, if the jury heard that one of the clients committed an illegal offense but they didn't, then that can affect what happens majorly. The jury has to know the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, or else the trial isn't fair. Jurors must reach a unanimous decision to convict. If even a single jury is not convinced that you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, then you are entitled to a “Not guilty’’ …show more content…
One of the reasons other countries don’t use jury trials in civil cases is because they don’t want to use delays or the use of experts. Another reason they don’t use jury trials is because they don’t want the Prolonged Discovery Process. The Prolonged Discovery Process is “methods of discovery such as interrogatories, requests for production of documents, requests for admissions and depositions”. There are also many important decisions to make whether to request a jury trial. In criminal cases, you have the constitutional right to be tried by a jury of your peers, and your New Jersey criminal defense attorney can help you decide whether you should exercise this right or waive it and proceed with a bench trial. There for In a bench trial, there is a jury, and the judge reads the facts and renders a verdict. There is also a different type of jury; the difference between the juries is that the petit jury listens to evidence offered during a trial and returns a verdict. A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or the defendant. A verdict in a criminal case finds the defendant guilty or not guilty. Grand Jury: A grand jury hears only criminal matters. The petit jury listens to evidence offered during a trial and returns a verdict. A verdict in a civil case may be a finding for the plaintiff or the defendant. A verdict in a criminal case finds the defendant guilty or
The American Jury system had been used ever since we became a country. In fact the jury system originated from England a long time ago. The jury system is very controversial because it involves ordinary citizens making the verdict of criminal activities. Although we still use it, is it really necessary in today’s day and age. Obviously when someone is put on trial there needs to be a decision on whether they are guilty or not, but that’s why we also have a judge. Another way we can reach a verdict
against them in a court of law, and that they have the right to remain silent, the suspect will have his Miranda rights read to him. The Miranda Right are Fifth Amendment. to the U.S. Constitution focuses on the rights of the accused, due process of law, and related matters. It is very important in the context of criminal cases, including the right to not incriminate oneself and eminent domain rights. (https://criminal.findlaw.com/criminal-rights/u-s-constitution-fifth-amendment.html)
Famous writer Robert Frost stated, “A jury consists of twelve persons chosen to decide who has the better lawyer.” While selecting a competent lawyer is important, in the court of law, the process of jury selection is easily one of the most important factors. While many elements are considered during the process of jury selection, the most valuable is the use of psychology. Psychology is used by lawyers during the process of jury selection to choose the best possible jurors to decide the fate of
The Role of the Jury in a Crown Court For all court appearances, jurors are selected randomly, by an official at the crown court from the electoral registers. In order to be selected for a jury the person must be: between the ages of 18-70; have lived in the country for at least 5years and be registered as a parliamentary elector. In 2003 a new act was passed, The Criminal Justice Act, this meant that everybody was eligible to be called for jury service. This new act does not excuse
this trial without knowing this was the one we would be viewing in class, I noticed that my initial verdict from then was drastically different than my final verdict after watching the trial. After viewing the trial I realized that the details and evidence that was presented in the article we were given was one sided to favor the prosecutors. I believe that it is important for me to discuss my view of this trial, my verdict and my reasoning for why I believe in my decision. During this trial I found
the publicity in the first place and then actively comment on the likely effect that the coverage will have on the trial. When a high profile case is brought to trial, many media outlets report not only on the details of the trial, but also details about the persons involved, in particular the defendant. Much of the information reported regarding the case is released before the trial starts. Furthermore, media outlets may not only report facts, but also present the information in a way that projects
Having a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury of ones peers is a constitutional right given to all in the United States (U.S. Const. amend VI). Jurors are chosen for their ability JURY DECISION MAKING !54 to be unbiased. Both the prosecution and the defense have a hand in choosing jurors. Where one side may be in favor of a sympathetic mother of three the other may choose to select another juror in order to provide the best chance possible for their side of the argument. The process of being
Jury Nullification Jury nullification means that a jury finds a defendant innocent because the law itself is unjust, or is unjust in a particular application, and so should not be applied. So really what this means is that no mater what the law says the jury will pretty much have the right to choose weather the person is going to be guilty or innocent and that is kind of ok in some cases but then again its not in others so we should not expect our juries to judge our laws only the case that person
The American Jury system is a judicial process that has been revered as being one of the key practices that ensure the liberties that the United States holds dear. The founding fathers considered it vital to ensuring a fair trial and it has continued to be seen as such. This system isn’t perfect, but it’s still an incredibly valuable tool for democracy, if used well. The American jury system, when used correctly, engages citizens with their local government, creates a wide distribution of power,
incorporates compassion into its system is through the use of juries. Juries are a random, unbiased selection of people who will be asked to sit in a trial and decide a verdict of guilty or not guilty. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees that “a person accused of criminal activity ‘has the right
system has. The jury selection is where issue number one arises. “A jury of one’s peer’s acts as an important check in cases where a defendant fears that the local justice system may have a prejudice against him, or in corruption cases in which the judiciary itself may be implicated” (Ryan). Deciding one 's future or even fate, in this case, is no easy task, as depicted by the 8th juror. Though most court cases in the U.S. is settled by a bench trial, those who go to a trial by jury have a greater
controversy between the federalists and the anti-federalists surrounding whether or not to have a Bill of Rights. The anti-federalists claimed that a bill of rights was needed that listed the guaranteed rights that the government could never take away from a person i.e. “inalienable rights.” A Bill of Rights was eventually deemed necessary, and has worked for over 210 years. There are many reasons why the ten amendments are still valid to this day, and the best examples are the First Amendment, concerning
Trial consultants is using psychologists, experts, scientist’s attorneys and criminal aids to assist during the trial process. The key is to gain an understanding of what you believe the jury will decide on a case based on “acquittal” or “guilt” of a crime. Times are changing in that; a lot of trials are not making it past jury selections. Many parties are settling their differences through arbitration so the use of jury consultants have seen a decline over the years (Shapiro, 2005). Another technique
amendment is indeed a right that carries tremendous importance with its name. It constitutes for many protections which Mallicoat (2016) summarizes by saying it “provides for the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury of one’s peers in the jurisdiction where the crime occurred. Provides the right to be informed of the nature of the charges, to confront witnesses against oneself, and present witnesses in one’s defense. Provides the right to an attorney.” Having an impartial jury of one’s peers is
their right to assemble peacefully or demonstrating against the government. This amendment is the most important because it protects the right to speak against corruption or to practice a religion of my choice and it is one of the reasons why I can speak my mind. Amendment 2: The right of the people to keep and bear Arms, A well-regulated Militia for the security of a free state. This is the most controversial amendment, but this is not important