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Attorneys will ask prospective jurors various questions to determine if they will be a good fit for the jury. Prospective jurors can be dismissed if the attorney feels they are biased.
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What is A challenge in which an attorney has broad discretion in excusing jurors?
It is called a PEREMPTORY CHALLENGE and is exercised during the Voir Dire portion of jury selection.
How can an attorney successfully exclude an individual from serving on the jury?
An attorney can successfully exclude an individual from serving on the jury by using peremptory challenges or challenges for cause during jury selection. Peremptory challenges allow attorneys to dismiss potential jurors without providing a reason, while challenges for cause require a valid legal reason, such as bias or inability to be impartial. By strategically using these challenges, an attorney can exclude individuals they believe may be unfavorable to their case.
What can be done when a jury sleeps during a trial?
you have the right tohave your attorney file a motion to remove.
What has the author Robert A Wenke written?
Robert A. Wenke has written: 'The art of selecting a jury' -- subject(s): Jury selection 'The art of negotiation for lawyers' -- subject(s): Attorney and client, Negotiation, Practice of law
Who directs the grand jury proceedings?
If it is a federal Grand Jury - it would be a member of the U.S. Attorney's Office who would present the cases. In a state Grand Jury, it would be an attorney from the State Attorney General's Office.
What is the name of the process that the attorneys use to select a jury?
jury selection
Do you have to have a high school diploma to serve on the jury?
You are tried by a jury of your peers, 'peers' implying all members of the general population to which you belong - some college educated - some not high school graduates. By law, attornies are prevented from asking these questions - but a good attorney can form a good opinion of the jurors educational level by skilled questioning conducted during Voire Dire (i.e.: jury selection).
How to answer jury selection questions effectively?
To answer jury selection questions effectively, be honest, concise, and respectful. Listen carefully to the questions and take your time to provide thoughtful responses. Avoid giving long-winded answers or sharing irrelevant information. It's important to be yourself and to communicate clearly during the selection process.
What right does the constitution guarantee anybody who has committed a crime?
right to remain silentAdded: The right to an attorney's presence during questioning - the right to a jury trial .The right to a speedy trial
What do attorneys do during jury selection?
By law, you and the states attorneys office have to agree on the fact that you and them agree that the citizens before you are impartial and interrested in only the facts of law to bring about a truthful and just finding at the end of your trial.
What would be an attorney's motivation for using a peremptory challenge during the voir dire?
Because, for whatever reason, they do not want that person on the jury.
What has the author Nancy S Marder written?
Nancy S. Marder has written: 'The jury process' -- subject(s): Jury, Jury selection
