Juries Ch14 Y1 Flashcards
1
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What cases established that juries must be independent?
A
Bushells Case and R v McKenna
2
Q
What act prevents mentally disordered people from serving on a jury?
A
CJA 2003
3
Q
What is meant by “split function” in reference to the judge and the jury?
A
where there is a jury in a criminal case, they assume part of the function that the judge would, if there was no jury. Ie. the judge decides on points of law, and the jury on the facts
4
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What are the advantages of a jury trial?
A
1) public confidence
2) Jury Equity - make decisions based on fairness (Pontins Case)
3) Open system of justice
4) Secrecy of the jury room prevents pressure to make a certain decision
5) Jury is impartial
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