Jury selection bias undermines the fairness of trials by excluding potential jurors based on demographics, beliefs, or attributes. This bias can be intentional or unconscious, influenced by media, peremptory challenges, and unrepresentative jury pools. Addressing gender, racial, and cognitive biases through legal reforms and education is crucial for a just legal system.
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Attorneys using peremptory challenges to remove jurors without reason
Unconscious prejudices leading to biased jury selection
Media influence, discretionary use of peremptory challenges, and lack of diversity in jury pool
Addressing bias is crucial for ensuring a fair and unbiased trial
Violation of constitutional rights, diminished public trust, and potential for unjust outcomes
Taking steps to identify and mitigate bias to maintain the legitimacy of the legal system
Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that can affect jurors' impartiality
Discriminatory practices leading to exclusion of jurors based on gender and race
Unintentional errors in judgment due to biases such as confirmation bias and the halo effect
Implementing laws and mechanisms to prevent discriminatory practices in jury selection
Providing training and resources to identify and counteract bias in jury selection
Overcoming barriers and promoting diversity in the jury selection process
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______ challenges allow lawyers to dismiss potential jurors without explanation, which can be a source of intentional ______ during jury selection.
Peremptory
bias
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Jury Diversity Importance
Reflects community, ensures fair trials, upholds justice system credibility.
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Consequences of Bias in Jury
Violates constitutional rights, erodes public trust, risks unjust verdicts.
