The United States Jury System

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This paper gives a brief description of the origins of the United States jury system and then goes on to explain how it works. The different types of jury systems are described and explained, how jurors are selected, the role of the jury, and the benefits and disadvantages of a jury system are all discussed in this paper.

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"In United States courts, the jury is a system by which, in theory, defendants are given a trial that is fair and unbiased. The ideal is that twelve persons from the same peer group as the defendant will be able to deliberate without prejudice the position of the defense, and the outcome of the trial. In reality however it is often the case that jury members are unable to arrive at a logical and fair conclusion due to several factors beyond their control, including interference from court systems and the law."

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