AB 223
Jury selection: acknowledgment and agreement.
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Bill overview
This bill updates the process for obtaining agreements from potential jurors before and after they are selected for jury duty. Specifically, it modifies the wording of the acknowledgments and agreements that prospective jurors must sign, ensuring they understand their obligations to answer truthfully and to base their verdict solely on the evidence presented in court. These changes aim to clarify expectations and strengthen the integrity of the jury selection process. The bill was approved by the Governor and signed into law.
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