Jury Selection Process and Challenges

The video tutorial explains the voir dire process, which is the method of jury selection. It covers how potential jurors are questioned to assess their ability to be fair and impartial. In high-profile cases, jurors may be questioned individually. The video also discusses the use of peremptory challenges by the defense and prosecution to remove jurors without providing a reason, except for racial discrimination. Finally, it explains how the jury is finalized and the trial begins once the jury takes an oath.

What is the term used for the process of selecting a jury?

• Voir dire

• Habeas corpus

• Amicus curiae

• Res judicata

In high-profile cases, how are potential jurors questioned?

• Through written questionnaires

• In groups

• Individually

• By mail

Who is responsible for questioning potential jurors to assess their impartiality?

• Only the defense team

• Only the judge

• Only the prosecutor

• The judge, defense team, and prosecutor

What is the term for removing a juror who cannot be fair and impartial?

• Jury nullification

• Voir dire

• Striking for cause

• Peremptory challenge

What is a peremptory challenge?

• A challenge based on a juror's race

• A challenge that is only used in civil cases

• A challenge where no reason is needed to remove a juror

• A challenge that requires a judge's approval

How many peremptory challenges does the prosecution get in upcoming trials?

• 15

• 12

• 9

• 5

How many jurors are typically selected for a felony case?

• 10

• 8

• 6

• 12

What is the role of alternate jurors?

• To replace a juror who is unable to deliberate

• To act as a mediator between jurors

• To assist the judge in decision-making

• To provide additional evidence

When does the trial officially begin?

• When the jury is selected

• When the judge gives opening statements

• After the first witness is called

• Once the jury takes their oath

What is the maximum number of jurors in a misdemeanor trial?

• 8

• 6

• 4

• 10