juror
/ˈdʒʊ rər/
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Definition(s):
- (n) someone who serves (or waits to be called to serve) on a jury
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Usage(s):
- One Jewish juror was chosen, Benjamin Glick, 60, who runs a clothing business.
- Then he angrily declared a mistrial and sentenced the surprised juror to 30 days for contempt of court.
- Fellow juror and business owner Wendy Vaughn said it was the duty of Skilling and Lay to know what was going on.
Quotes
- Stevens noted that in this case, "the juror struck for cause was not even an opponent of the death penalty."on Jun 4, 2007 By: John Paul Stevens Source: Washington Post
- "I've always taken the position that I'm not trying to be the 13th juror; I'm trying to be a backstop," Bredesen told The Associated Press on Friday. "The judicial system just kind of broke down."on Sep 14, 2007 By: Phil Bredesen Source: International Herald Tribune
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