Facebook Juror Admits Contempt of Court

The transcript discusses a legal case where a juror, Joanne Fields, used Facebook to contact a defendant, leading to a mistrial. The case highlights the challenges courts face with social media's influence on legal proceedings. Fields' actions resulted in the trial's abandonment, costing taxpayers £6 million. The case is significant in British legal history as it involves jury misconduct through social media, prompting an appeal by a convicted individual. The situation underscores the importance of jurors adhering to confidentiality and the evolving nature of legal challenges in the digital age.

What was the financial impact of the trial being abandoned?

What did the judge say regarding the potential prison sentence for the juror?