Many Americans regard the jury system as an expression of essential democratic values. ... Although the jury system has its advantages, there are also many concerns that it is not always reliable.
Despite its foundation on high-minded principles, the jury system is occasionally abused. One area of concern is the rise of the jury consultant industry. Jury consultants advise lawyers on how to find jurors sympathetic to their case. ... Jury consultants also study the handwriting of prospective jurors on jury questionnaires and their facial expressions and body language in order to gauge their sympathies. ... The use of jury consultants is not confined to defense lawyers, but many prosecutors are wary of using consultants for fear they would be perceived as overeager to convict defendants.
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