Evidence In The Trial (Jury) Flashcards
1
Q
What are jurors requires to consider when making their decision
A
ONLY the evidence that is presented to them
2
Q
What can jurors do?(2)
A
Ask judge questions and request information
3
Q
What aren’t the jurors permitted to do?
A
Undertake any investigations on their own
4
Q
Discuss the Courts Legislation Amendment (Juries and Other Matters) Act
A
Offence for jurors to make an inquiry about an offence resulting in an approximately $17,000 fine
5
Q
Why was the Courts Legislation Amendment (Juries and Other Matters) Act made?
A
In response to a number of mistrials where jurors made their own inquiries
