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"Trial by a jury of your peers" (?)
Interesting concept, but it usually falls apart in practice.
The individuals that are too busy, too wealthy, too smart, etc. usually attempt to opt out. More is the pity for the entire system.
That is why 'good' judges draw a hard line and do their best to get a balanced 'cross-section' of the community in their jury box.
If you ever find yourself (falsely) accused of a crime and have to stand trial ...you will pray that the judge has done his/her best, to not have a jury pool of those NOT smart enough to evade their civic duty!
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Last edited by Mo_Gearhead; 01-20-2008 at 05:28 AM..
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