10 Reasons You SHOULD Participate in Jury Duty

1. The American jury trial is a constitutional right.

2. The jury trial is a vital part of America’s system of checks and balances.

3. The founding fathers included jury trials in the constitution because jury trials prevent tyranny.

4. Trial by jury is a unique part of America’s democracy.

5. Jury trials provide an opportunity for citizens to participate in the process of governing.

6. Jury trials educate jurors about the justice system.

7. Jury trials provide a method of peaceful dispute resolution.

8. Jury trials off­er the voice of the people to the civil and criminal justice systems.

9. Jurors exemplify the principle of equality.

10. Jurors learn the value of deliberation.

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