Case Study: Jodi Arias Trial

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What is a case study? A case study is a process or record of research in which detailed consideration is given to the development of a particular person, group, or situation over a period of time. There is many different types of cases; rape, robbery, arson, kidnapping and finally murder. Case studies lead to trials;a formal examination of evidence before a judge, and typically before a jury, in order to decide guilt in a case of criminal or civil proceedings. One famous case study that went to trial was Jodi Arias Trial. Her case was her getting convicted of brutally murdering her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander. Jodi Arias met Travis Alexander in September of 2006 at a business convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two became friends immediately, …show more content…

The trial began in January 2013. The prosecution sought the death penalty for Arias. On February 6, Arias testified that she had killed Alexander in self-defense and stated that Alexander was abusive during their relationship. On May 8, 2013, the jury reached a verdict. Jodi Arias was found guilty of first-degree murder. The jurors did not reach a consensus about whether the murder was premeditated or not. Arias’ bizarre behavior throughout the investigation has prompted experts to diagnose her with post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder. On May 16, the penalty phase of the trial began, in which jurors must decide whether Arias should receive the death penalty or life in prison. On May 21, Arias pleaded for a life sentence, despite asking for the death penalty years earlier, in addition to being put on suicide watch shortly after being found guilty. On May 23, the jury announced that they had failed to reach a unanimous decision, declaring a hung jury. According to the Huffington Post, a new jury will be selected to determine Arias’ fate. This has been scheduled for July 18th. At this point, she can be sentenced to death, life in prison, or parole in 25 years. Finally, on April 13th 2015 the sentencing for the Jodi Arias murder trial concluded, Arias avoided the death penalty after being found guilty of the 2008 first-degree murder of ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander when a hung jury caused a mistrial. Arias was sentenced to life in prison, with no possibility of parole — avoiding the death

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