Assignment Problem: US Government: Jury Duty in a Democratic System
1. The process of Voire Dire is one of the most important parts of the jury selection process. However, the jury selection process is also criticized as unfair. In a well-compose essay, detail whether or not this process can truly create an unbiased jury.
Be sure to include the following in your answer:
- A short description of the juror selection process
- At least two criticisms that have been leveled
- Your opinion on the type of jury that this process creates
2. In a well-composed essay, evaluate whether or not the process of jury nullification is democratic or undemocratic.
Be sure to include the following in your answer:
- A definition of jury nullification
- Whether or not you feel the process is democratic
- At least 2 reasons why it is democratic or undemocratic