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challenge for cause

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A quick definition of challenge for cause:

A challenge for cause is when someone asks to remove a possible juror from a trial because they have a specific reason that might make them unfair. Some reasons could be that they know one of the people involved, they already have an opinion about the case, or they can't serve because of a mental illness. The judge decides if the person should be removed or not.

A more thorough explanation:

A challenge for cause is a request made by either the prosecution or defense to disqualify a potential juror for specific reasons. These reasons may include:

  • Acquaintanceship with either of the parties
  • Prior knowledge that would prevent impartial evaluation of the evidence presented in court
  • Bias or obvious prejudice
  • Inability to serve, such as being seriously mentally ill

The judge will determine whether the person should be dismissed from the jury pool based on the reasons presented.

For example, if a potential juror knows one of the parties involved in the case personally, they may be challenged for cause because their relationship could potentially influence their decision-making. Similarly, if a potential juror has already formed an opinion about the case based on prior knowledge or media coverage, they may be challenged for cause because they may not be able to evaluate the evidence presented in court objectively.

Overall, a challenge for cause is an important tool for ensuring that the jury is composed of individuals who can make impartial decisions based solely on the evidence presented in court.

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