1. Juries
... it does not break the European Convention right to Liberty as it is seen as a public duty. During the time of the trial the prosecution may ask for a juror to be removed before the case starts by asking the juror to "stand by-. No reasons need be given, and the power is ... juror amounts to a contempt of court. Resentful jurors might make unsatisfactory decisions, in particular jurors keen to get away as soon as possible are likely to go along with what the majority say, whether they actually agree or not. The period of Jury service may take many weeks and this may place strain on ... ...
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