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The jury can give two verdicts, guilty, or not guilty in a criminal trial. They are typically given a set of charges that they have to give a verdict on. Some allow them to convict on a lessor included charge. Meaning if someone is charged with first degree murder, they could convict of second degree murder.
If the jury cannot decide on a verdict, it can be ruled a hung jury. At that point the trial can start all over again with a new jury.
In a civil trial, the jury determine if they are liable or not liable.
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What are the decisions made by a jury?
They are called VERDICTS.
What are the names of jury verdicts besides guilty or not guilty?
That's it! There are no other verdicts. Guilty or Not Guilty is the only choice.
In federal court trials must jury verdicts be unanumous?
Yes, the verdict must be unanimous.
What has the author Bethel Erastus-Obilo written?
Bethel Erastus-Obilo has written: 'Reason curve, jury competence, and the English criminal justice system' -- subject(s): Verdicts, Law reform, Jury
Why do you think verdicts should be unanimous?
Becuase, if I am correct, it must take all of the jury to convict someone of murder; unanimous means all.
Why are there so many people on a jury?
There are 12 people in a jury to decide guilt or innocence
Does a petite jury decide the facts about a case?
Yes, but its correct name is PETIT jury.
What are the two types of juries in the federal court system?
Grand juries and Petit juries are the two kinds of juries. Grand juries review evidence of criminal action to determine if there is probable cause for bringing charges and if so, issue an indictment. Petit juries review evidence in both civil and criminal trials to determine the facts and render verdicts either for or against the parties in civil actions or guilty or not guilty in criminal actions.
What is the main role of a jury?
To decide issues of fact.
How does a jury decide a foreman?
He is elected by the jury members. He calls for votes and submits the final verdict to the judge.
Why was there lawlessness in the American West?
There was lawlessness in the west because of the poor court system because members of the jury would have less knowledge of law which was the main reason why the jury would make unfair verdicts against the people accused of being criminals.
What is personal soft tissue injury worth including pain and suffering?
Each case is different and it depends on the amount of the medical bills, type of injury, whether it is a permanent injury and many other issues. This us usually completely withing the discretion of the jury, subject to any limitations that my be adopted by the state where the lawsuit is heard. You can research jury verdicts at the local law library. There are publications there than explain trends in jury verdicts broken down by the county, the type of injury, age and gender of the victim, type of defendant, and many other factors. Here is a good article on the subject: http://www.injurylaworegon.com/insurance_settlements.htm
