The jury
Example: Jury decides outcome of case based on evidence
Definition
"The jury" refers to a group of people sworn to deliver a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence presented during a trial. This collective body evaluates facts and determines the guilt or innocence of the defendant in both criminal and civil cases.
Etymology
The term "the jury" comes from the Old French word 'juree,' meaning 'sworn group of men.' It traces back to the Latin 'jurare,' which means 'to swear an oath.' Did you know that juries have been a fundamental part of legal systems since medieval England, emphasizing the importance of oath-sworn impartiality?
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"The jury" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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