Jury Decision-Making
/ˈdʒʊəri dɪˈsɪʒən ˌmeɪkɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The cognitive and procedural process by which a jury evaluates evidence and legal instructions to reach a verdict in a trial.
Jury decision-making can be influenced by group dynamics and the clarity of the judge's instructions.
Forms
- jury decision-making
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Commentary
The term covers the interplay of psychological, procedural, and legal aspects governing how juries arrive at verdicts.
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