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“electronic devices will be removed from all members of a jury panel before jury deliberations begin” Jurors and Cell Phones In a mere 43 pages, the Florida Supreme Court has told judges, civil, and criminal defense lawyers how to address widespread use of electronic devices by jurors in courts. We now have guidance on what…

Criminal Defense experts agree that when the stakes are high, in a death penalty case, a Judge has to be extremely careful. 10, 15, or 20 years later when the ultimate price is to be paid the courts will be very careful to avoid executing someone who has not received a fair trial. Judge William…

Questions for Potential Jurors “jury decision should be based upon the evidence in court, trial lawyers want to know if prospective jurors have been following a case in the media” Defense Attorneys who go to trial would like to know more about those who are seated on a jury in their client’s trials. In a…