Grand Jurors do NOT decide if "a trial is justified." They only rule on indictments.
By a simple majority they make the decision that probable cause does or does not exist that the defendant should be charged.
A majority (12).
A grand jury consists of nine members. Six of these nine members must vote in favor of indictment in order for an individual to be indicted.
In the United States, decisions in a grand jury do not have to be unanimous. Typically, a simple majority is sufficient for a grand jury to indict someone, although the specific requirements can vary by jurisdiction. This means that a grand jury can reach a decision to charge an individual even if not all jurors agree. Grand juries usually consist of 16 to 23 members, depending on the state or federal system.
VERY-very occasionally a judge will overturn a jury verdict due to what they believe is a gross miscarriage of justice, but generally, no, judges have no other authority over jurors.
The bailiff will take attendance of the jurors.
It is not expressed in exactly that way. It is said that "Jurors are the TRIERS of fact." Both the defense and the proseecution present the jury with the facts as the defense and prosecution see them. It is up to the jurors to decide which version they believe, and render a verdict accordingly.
Generally, all jurors must vote "guilty" to convict someone of a crime. However, some states have laws that create "exceptions". Some states allow "all but one" or "all but two" of the jurors to vote guilty, and allow the conviction to stand.
We are fresh out of qualified jurors in this county.
No, attorneys cannot serve as jurors in a trial.
No, lawyers cannot serve as jurors in a trial.
In most cases, defendants do not receive the addresses of jurors. This is to protect the privacy and safety of jurors and their families. The court typically provides limited information about jurors to both parties involved in the trial.
5 jurors