juries disadvantages Flashcards

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perverse decisions

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lack of understanding of law. R v Owen, he was definitely guilty of murder but was acquitted and allowed to walk free.

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influence of modern technology

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information is easily acessable and can be discussed. In 2010, 12% of jurors in high profile cases admitted to using internet. AG v Dallas led to criminal courts and justice act 2015.

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secrecy

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R v Young, jury used a ouji board to ask v who did it, found D guilty rather than taking evidence into consideration. (quashed)

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risk of bias

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People have prejudice and stereotypes. Sander v UK, jury were making openly racist comments and jokes about D, this was against D’s right to a fair trial.

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