Yes.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
The debates and compromises that went into creating the U.S. Constitution were done at a constitutional convention to which Rhode Island refused to send delegates.
There is nothing in the Constitution or Bill of Rights that guarantees a trial by a jury of one's peers. The 6th Amendment refers only to an impartial jury. In fact it does not mention a requirement of 12 jurors not that their decision be unanimous.
The requirement for jury verdicts to be unanimous is a fundamental aspect of the justice system. Some argue that unanimity ensures fair and just decisions, as it reflects the collective agreement of all jurors. Others believe that allowing for non-unanimous verdicts could lead to quicker resolutions and prevent hung juries. Ultimately, the decision on whether jury verdicts should be unanimous or not depends on the balance between ensuring justice and efficiency in the legal process.
The United States Constitution was ratified by unanimous vote from Delaware, Georgia, and New Jersey.
U.S. Const., Art. VII:"The Ratification of the Conventions of nine States, shall be sufficient for the Establishment of this Constitution between the States so ratifying the Same."This clause provided for the original specifics as to State ratification of it.
Delaware, on December 7, 1789 became the first state to ratify the New Constitution with a unanimous vote.