Systematic jury selection uses social science techniques and expertise to choose the most suitable and appropriate juror. Based on those profiles and in court observations the social scientists provide their recommendations to defense counsels for the exercise of peremptory challenges (Frederick, 1984). Social scientists have employed three main techniques when utilizing systematic jury selection. The three techniques
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respond or act when they are put on the spot about their personal beliefs about certain things. This was a very interesting proceeding for me as I have never been selected for jury duty and have only seen it on television. My first impression of the courtroom happened for me a little over a year ago when I was sitting in here for an issue with my juvenile son. I was scared to death then. This time I am much more relaxed, just knowing I am here to observe the proceedings about to take place and that there
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in the courtroom drama, the prosecutor and the defense attorney. In this chapter, we turn our attention to the third member of the courtroom work group, the judge. We will learn what judges do and how they become judges. Then, we will look at judges’ discretion and how it affects their relationships with others. INTRODUCTION Judges are by far the most easily recognized member of the courtroom work group, both by their conspicuous robes and by their prominent position in the courtroom. They are
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Thinking and believing are separate in religion and science. "Inherit the Wind", by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, details a trial surrounding a teacher, Bertram Cates, who taught Darwinism over Creationism. Matthew Brady was hired to represent the state, and Henry Drummond was hired to defend Cates. Brady centers life around religion and uses the Bible to build his case. Drummond believes the state wants to control education. The trial concludes with Drummond using Brady's own thinking against
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respect judges. The same goes for policeman but many people disregard officers and their power. The same was not true for judges. This was a very surprising to me given both careers have an impact on people’s lives. I was lost in thought as these observations went through my mind. It’s truly amazing how our system works and the respect we have for judges. I remember being glad we have a structure like this. Going forward I will be further diving into my experience in the post arraignment case. After
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Creationism VS. Evolution “Why evolution should be taught in public schools” by Laura H. Kahn discusses how evolution being taught in the public school system is essential to our future in science and medicine. Kahn discusses how the theory of evolution has come to be over the many years of research and experimentation by many famous scientists, she also talks about the uphill battle it has been for the theory of evolution to be taught in the public school system because “certain segments of society
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that what factors (selected) are involved that affect the process of administration of justice. It will be tried the best to explain the observations and views with comparison and contrast. However, the points will be discussed in narrative format to grab the information precisely. The Criminal Court Visit and the Observations First, have some information about the Criminal Justice. The Criminal Justice is the system or group of system and institutions that have
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English 101 25 September 2014 Just an Observation As I walk into the court room, everyone stares. This makes me feel anxious and my pulse is racing. I am here to observe an attempted murder trial and hoping to see the gavel slamming down with the judge saying, “order in the court” while the attorneys are shouting, “objection” to questions they want stricken from the record. The bailiff instructs me to sit in the front row as the jury will fill all other seats. I just walked in on day five, still
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Introduction With the recent increase in financial crimes and business fraud, forensic accountants are in great demand. Forensic accounting is the practice of utilizing accounting, investigative, organizational, analytical and communicational skills to conduct examination into a company’s financial statements in legal matters (Crumbley, 2007). Forensic accountants can own their own accounting firms or be employed by lawyers, insurance companies, banks, or large corporations. The use of accountants
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weather and how it affects forest fires, traffic accidents, and other unusual events. Forensic meteorologists utilize scientific, factual data; therefore, their expertise can be used within a courtroom setting. A research meteorologist is responsible for developing new techniques and methods for observation, data collection, and forecasting of weather changes. Research meteorologists may utilize their expertise and knowledge to predict severe weather patterns and why or how the patterns may occur
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