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18 February, 08:00

Francesca is one of the twelve jurors in an ongoing criminal trial. After listening to both the prosecution and defense, it is time for the jury to determine a verdict. Francesca and four others believe that the defendant is not guilty of the crime. However, the remaining seven jurors are sure that the defendant is guilty. What will be the judge's decision in the given scenario

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  1. 18 February, 08:14
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    In US legal system, prosecution must prove the case "beyond reasonable doubt". So there must be a majority of the jury believe the defendant is guilty. In this case, there is no majority so the judge will declare a mis-trial.
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