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Due to the cost and risk involved, few cases go to jury trial... BUT if it's anything like the US a jury technically could consider things like this and refuse
by np_tedious 6y ago
Due to the cost and risk involved, few cases go to jury trial... BUT if it's anything like the US a jury technically could consider things like this and refuse to render a guilty verdict.
- salawat 6y agoIn France, if I recall, isn't it usually a panel of judges? I don't think they use a jury. Quick perusal indicates Cour d'assises is the only court with a jury analog, and it only deals with matters where the penalty would result in a >10 year sentence if I'm reading it correctly.
- pyrale 6y agoMan, this is the french justice system, not the US. Jury trial (assises) doesn't happen for anything short of blood crimes. On the other hand, plea deals are not a thing either, so if the state decides to press charges, you're definitely going to see a judge.