DOJ Reviews Jury Trial System for England and Wales
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
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