> A seasoned judge would have a better ability to parse the case law and evidence to make this determination. In many places the accused has the right to reque

> A seasoned judge would have a better ability to parse the case law and evidence to make this determination. In many places the accused has the right to request a trial by judge. This can be done if, for example, the charges are so shocking that the accused feels that a juror cannot be trusted to be impartial. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bench_trial https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bench_trial