Re-Trial for Vicky Pryce Case

Economist Vicky Price faces a retrial after admitting to taking speeding penalty points for her ex-husband, politician Chris Hume. She claimed coercion, but the jury was undecided. The jury's confusion led to questions that baffled the judge and lawyers, including queries about reasonable doubt. The judge, surprised by the questions, noted the jury's lack of understanding. Despite the prosecutor's call to abandon the trial, it continued. Chris Hume pleaded guilty to the charges, but his sentencing awaits the conclusion of Price's retrial.

What was Vicky Price accused of in the trial?

• Forgery of documents

• Bribing a judge

• Taking speeding penalty points for her husband

• Stealing a car

What unusual defense did Vicky Price use in her trial?

• Self-defense

• Marital coercion

• Insanity plea

• Entrapment

What did the jury ask the judge regarding reasonable doubt?

• If it can be defined

• If it applies to civil cases

• If it is necessary for a verdict

• If it can be ignored

How did the judge respond to the jury's question about reasonable doubt?

• He ignored the question

• He provided a detailed explanation

• He asked the jury to decide for themselves

• He said it was a legal term he couldn't define

What was the prosecutor's reaction to the jury's questions?

• He was pleased with their understanding

• He was stunned and suggested abandoning the trial

• He agreed with the jury's confusion

• He requested a retrial