During the jury selection process, potential jurors are questioned by both the prosecution and defense attorneys.

During the jury selection process, potential jurors are questioned by both the prosecution and defense attorneys.

This crucial step in the legal system ensures that a fair and impartial jury is selected to hear the case at hand. Let's take a closer look at how this process works and why it is so important.

This crucial step in the legal system ensures that a fair and impartial jury is selected to hear the case at hand. Let's take a closer look at how this process works and why it is so important.

作者:派崔克‧曼斯菲爾德 2023年8月4日

作者:派崔克‧曼斯菲爾德 2023年8月4日

The first step in the process is summoning potential jurors. This is typically done through a random selection process from voter registration lists, driver's license records, or other sources. Once the jurors arrive at the courthouse, they are led to the courtroom where the questioning will take place.


大多數情況下,法官會與控辯雙方律師一起進行詢問。律師有機會向潛在陪審員提出一系列問題,以確定他們是否適合擔任陪審員。這些問題旨在識別任何可能影響其公正無私的偏見、與案件的個人聯繫或其他因素。


詢問過程可能包括以下問題:

  • -Do you know anyone involved in the case?
  • Have you formed any opinions or biases based on media coverage?
  • 你是否有任何可能影響你公正判斷能力的個人經驗?
  • 您是否了解與本案相關的任何法律或問題?
  • 你能否拋開個人情感,完全根據法庭上提出的證據做出決定?


律師也可以透過迴避來排除潛在陪審員。迴避分為兩種:因故迴避和無理由迴避。因故迴避是指因特定原因導致潛在陪審員不適合擔任陪審員而被排除。而無理由迴避則允許律師在不提供理由的情況下排除潛在陪審員,但不得基於種族或性別偏見。


The ultimate goal of the jury selection process is to select a group of jurors who are objective, unbiased, and able to fairly evaluate the evidence and arguments presented in the trial. This is crucial for upholding the principles of justice and ensuring a fair trial for all parties involved.

It is important to note that the jury selection process can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific case. Some cases may involve additional screening procedures or questionnaires to assess potential jurors' qualifications.


In conclusion, the jury selection process plays a critical role in our legal system. By questioning potential jurors, attorneys can identify any biases or prejudices that may affect their ability to reach an impartial verdict. This process helps to ensure that those who serve on juries are fair and unbiased, ultimately contributing to the integrity of the justice system.