Six for a misdemeanor, 12 for a felony.
No, attorneys cannot serve as jurors in a trial.
No, lawyers cannot serve as jurors in a trial.
Jurors actually chosen to serve on a jury must serve until the end of the trial and they have delivered a verdict.
Lawyers cannot serve as jurors in a trial because they may have biases or prior knowledge that could affect their ability to be impartial and make unbiased decisions. This is to ensure a fair and impartial trial for all parties involved.
In a district court case, the number of jurors typically serving is 12 for a felony trial. However, in some civil cases or misdemeanor trials, the jury may consist of as few as 6 jurors. The specific number can vary based on the jurisdiction and the type of case being heard.
six jurors and two alternates. Only six go to deliberations, if it gets that far.
No, it is not permissible for jurors to communicate with lawyers after a trial has concluded.
yes
There were six English-speaking jurors and six French-speaking jurors in the Louis Riel trial. They were selected from the population of the Northwest Territories.
Yes, lawyers can be required to serve on jury duty just like any other citizen. They may be called to serve as jurors in a trial, regardless of their profession.
12
no