Judge Juan Merchan recently provided insight into the process that will unfold when the jury delivers its verdict in a high-profile case.
According to Judge Merchan, the foreperson of the jury will be the first to announce whether a verdict has been reached. Subsequently, the verdict for each count will be read out loud to the court.
Following the reading of the verdict, all members of the jury will be asked to confirm their agreement. Additionally, at the request of both the defense and prosecution teams, individual jurors may be polled to ensure their alignment with the verdict.
This meticulous process ensures that each juror's stance is accurately recorded and that the verdict is a true reflection of the collective decision reached by the jury.
Judge Merchan's detailed explanation sheds light on the careful and thorough procedures that govern the final stages of a trial, emphasizing the importance of precision and fairness in the judicial system.
