The Jury System: Strengths and Weaknesses
Students will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of using ordinary citizens to decide legal outcomes.
Key Questions
- Justify the role of a jury in ensuring a fair trial.
- Analyze potential biases and challenges faced by juries in complex cases.
- Evaluate arguments for and against mandatory jury service for citizens.
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