Jury Challenge
/ˈdʒʊəri ˈtʃælɪndʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) A procedure during jury selection allowing parties to object to certain jurors either for cause or peremptorily.
The defense raised a jury challenge to exclude a biased juror.
Forms
- jury challenge
- jury challenges
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Commentary
Jury challenges are a critical part of jury selection, balancing fairness and strategy by permitting removal of unsuitable jurors without needing to demonstrate bias in peremptory challenges.
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