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Even if we went to that extreme (none / 0) (#27)
by McBain on Mon Jan 22, 2024 at 09:38:58 AM EST
trials would still be decided by people who would be bombarded with negative publicity about unpopular defendants.  If the tryers, as you say, have to worry about the consequences of a not guilty verdict to themselves or their community, it's not a fair trial.  

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That is an Argument for Jury Elitism (none / 0) (#29)
by RickyJim on Mon Jan 22, 2024 at 10:21:13 AM EST
If juries were selected from a much smaller group than the general public, it would easier to protect them from the wrath of those opposed to their decisions and thus they would be more likely to base them on the evidence. By the way, Switzerland elects the jury pool.

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