A Jury Whose Members Are So Irreconcilably Divided in Their

question 130

Multiple Choice

A jury whose members are so irreconcilably divided in their opinions of the guilt or innocence of the defendant that they cannot reach a verdict is called which of the following?

• A) A grand jury
• B) A hung jury
• C) A jury
• D) None of these choices is correct.

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Definitions:

Criminal and Noncriminal Forms

Refers to behaviors or actions that can be categorized as illegal and punishable, as well as those that are not against the law but may still be socially disapproved.

Government Officials

Individuals appointed or elected to manage and oversee the functions and policies of a government body.

Illegal Acts

Activities that are forbidden by law and subject to legal penalties.

Admit Guilt

The act of confessing to wrongdoing or accepting responsibility for a mistake, crime, or misdeed.