06-19-2011, 06:07 AM
to reply to you Kitty, i have never heard of a juror losing their grip like that in court, but any juror misbehavior IS the reason for alternates on standby.
a spectator would just be tossed out and in both instances jury would be instructed to disregard any outburst.
as for what the jury does not know...plenty. they have not heard she is a convicted felon.
they have seen 3 of the prejudicial party photos. that's all.
a lot of superfluous stuff we know has not been brought out in court. much of it would be considered too prejudicial to the defendant.
but i'd love to see post-verdict what the jury thinks of her (and their decision) when they finally are able to research the case.
note: state still has rebuttal where more can be brought in.
a spectator would just be tossed out and in both instances jury would be instructed to disregard any outburst.
as for what the jury does not know...plenty. they have not heard she is a convicted felon.
they have seen 3 of the prejudicial party photos. that's all.
a lot of superfluous stuff we know has not been brought out in court. much of it would be considered too prejudicial to the defendant.
but i'd love to see post-verdict what the jury thinks of her (and their decision) when they finally are able to research the case.
note: state still has rebuttal where more can be brought in.