Jury sequestration
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Jury sequestration is the isolation of a jury to avoid accidental or deliberate tainting.[1] Although sequestration is rare, publicity surrounding a trial and interested parties may interfere with juror objectivity; a judge may order that a jury be sequestered in order to prevent others from tampering with members of the jury through undue persuasion, threats, or bribes.[2]
References
- ↑ "Definition of "Sequester"". The Free Dictionary. Farlex. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
- ↑ "Definition of "Sequestration"". The Free Dictionary. Farlex. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
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