Jury System and Selection Process

The video tutorial covers the role, powers, and selection of jurors in the UK. It emphasizes the importance of unbiased jurors in making decisions on serious criminal offenses. The process of reaching a verdict, including unanimous and majority decisions, is explained. Qualifications and disqualifications for jury service are outlined, along with the selection and vetting process. The tutorial also discusses the importance of jurors being free from bias and the procedures for challenging jurors.

What is the primary reason for having a jury in the legal system?

• To ensure decisions are made by legal experts

• To allow public participation in the justice system

• To speed up the trial process

• To reduce the workload of judges

What must jurors be sure of before delivering a guilty verdict?

• The evidence presented is beyond reasonable doubt

• The defendant's past criminal record

• The judge's opinion on the case

• The public opinion on the case

Which of the following is a disqualification for jury service?

• Being over 70 years old

• Having a minor traffic violation

• Receiving a community order in the last 10 years

• Living outside the UK for a year

How are jurors selected for a trial?

• By public voting

• By the defense attorney

• Through a random computer selection

• By the judge's discretion

What is the term for postponing jury service for up to 12 months?

• Excusal

• Dismissal

• Exemption

• Deferral