Strengths Of The Jury System

Question 1

Comprise a cross section of people

Answer 1

Accused person feels they aren’t being oppressed by authority but tried by people like themselves

Question 2

Involves the general community (2)

Answer 2

Those participating gain a feeling of confidence in our legal system and improves their knowledge

Question 3

Spreads the responsibility

Answer 3

Responsibly spread over more shoulders with the parties feeling more confident in the decision made

Question 4

Does not need to give a reason for their decision

Answer 4

Jurors can make a decision based on their conscious

Question 5

Safeguard against misuse of power

Answer 5

Acts as a buffer between the parties and the state

Question 6

Ensures less legal jargon

Answer 6

With the evidence given in a clear way, all involved have a better understanding

Question 7

Tends to make the right decisions (2)

Answer 7

Jurors usually act responsibly and take their time

Question 8

Helps to protect democracy

Answer 8

Representatives of the people are able to scrutinise the application of the law