My newest article for the NRI takes a look at the recent High Court judgment which reaffirms the right of jurors to acquit defendants according to their conscience, but also holds that it is NOT a contempt of court for an individual not involved with the case to inform jurors of this right.
As I argue in the article, the right is a necessary check on state power and a safeguard against tyranny. It allows ordinary citizens to resist unjust laws and uphold higher moral principles, reflecting the democratic ethos of a society.
"...what her Placard said outside the Court reflects essentially what is regularly read on the Old Bailey plaque by jurors, and what our highest courts recognise as part of our constitutional landscape."
Our most recent article looks at last weeks High Court judgment affirming the right's of juries to acquit according to their conscience, and the right of the public to inform jurors of this power.
🏛️✊ This decision reaffirms the crucial role of jurors in safeguarding justice and underscores the importance of public awareness about legal rights. #HighCourt #Justice #LegalRights
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Victory For Conscience – High Court Rules Jurors Can Be Informed Of Power To Nullify
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3moAlways a well-deserved recognition of your deep expertise and excellence, Sumaya! Congratulations!