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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

Litigants expect a fair trial, and introducing external evidence violates this expectation. Pronounced jury misconduct can lead to civil litigation. Participating in a trial, judges routinely instruct jurors on legal principles, clarify points of law and set forth guidelines that govern behavior inside and outside the courtroom.

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Understanding Jury Duty and Misconduct in the Legal Arena

Jury Analyst

Litigants expect a fair trial, and introducing external evidence violates this expectation. Pronounced jury misconduct can lead to civil litigation. Participating in a trial, judges routinely instruct jurors on legal principles, clarify points of law and set forth guidelines that govern behavior inside and outside the courtroom.