Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A good jury is a group of individuals selected according to the law and given the power to decide questions of fact and return a verdict in the case submitted to them. They are expected to be fair and impartial, with no preconceived opinions about the case at the start of the trial.
For example, a common jury, also known as a petit jury, is summoned and empaneled in the trial of a specific case. They are responsible for hearing the evidence presented and making a decision based on that evidence. Another example is a grand jury, which is responsible for determining whether there is enough evidence to bring criminal charges against a defendant.
A good jury is essential to ensuring justice is served in a fair and impartial manner. They must be unbiased and base their verdict solely on the evidence presented in court.