How are jury decisions in Louisiana different from those in most other US states?

A. In Louisiana, the jury's decision does not need to be unanimous.

B. In Louisiana, the jury's decision can be overruled after review by a grand jury.

C. In Louisiana, the jury decides the verdict only in civil cases, not in criminal cases.

D. In Louisiana, the decision by the jury relies on precedent within the law.

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Maxim Stanton

10 November, 10:48

How are jury decisions in Louisiana different from those in most other US states?

A. In Louisiana, the jury's decision does not need to be unanimous.

B. In Louisiana, the jury's decision can be overruled after review by a grand jury.

C. In Louisiana, the jury decides the verdict only in civil cases, not in criminal cases.

D. In Louisiana, the decision by the jury relies on precedent within the law.

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Smudge · Answer 1

In Louisiana Jury decision need not be unanimous.

Explanation:

Each and every Juror need not be convinced for the defendant' guilt. If the judges claim to be of similar opinion then the guilt proves to be reasonable but its not the majority of the judges opinion. Judges love this process as it expedites the deliberations and most of the cases are solved faster.

Unanimity is required in all criminal cases which are of third degree severity. In a state where the racial disparity is to the maximum and unanimity of jury persists then, there are many chances for the defendant to be convicted and sentenced to life in prison without parole based upon a 10-2 vote of the jury decisions.