In Order to Expand the Validity and Acceptability of Pretrial

question 26

Multiple Choice

In order to expand the validity and acceptability of pretrial surveys,the American Society of Trial Consultants has begun to

• A)hold seminars and lectures on surveying techniques to help judges and lawyers become comfortable with the techniques.
• B)require that every survey presented in a community use no less than 35% of the actual jury pool in that community.
• C)develop set standards and guidelines for surveys,including sample size,interview length,and question wording.
• D)submit amicus briefs to accompany any Supreme Court decision questioning change of venue techniques.

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