The Dynamite Charge That Has Been Used to Resolve Deadlocks

question 23

Multiple Choice

The dynamite charge that has been used to resolve deadlocks in jury deliberations has been controversial because it focuses on:

• A) pressuring the majority jurors to take more control of the deliberations.
• B) extolling both sides of jurors to consider the importance of a unanimous verdict.
• C) emphasizing that the dissenting minority has the responsibility to alter their views.
• D) providing incentives for the jury foreperson to bring about a unanimous resolution.

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