NCJ Number
79931
Date Published
Unknown
Length
0 pages
Annotation
This film explains the privileges, responsibilities, and requirements of jury duty in Virginia through comments by a judge and a reluctant juror.
Abstract
Jurors in the State are selected by jury commissioner or computer. The juror's term of service is from 1 week to 3 months. Jurors must be over age 18, citizens of Virginia for 1 year, and residents of the city or county for 6 months. Inmates, convicted felons, mentally disturbed individuals, and those who are a party to the case or those who had served on a jury within 12 months cannot serve on a jury. The film explains the judicial process, the terms used, and the involvement of jurors in the process. The jurors' role in each stage of criminal and civil trials is discussed.