The highly anticipated trial of former President Donald Trump is set to begin on Monday in New York City, marking a historic moment in American legal history. A jury of ordinary citizens, deemed as Trump’s peers in the eyes of the law, will be selected to determine if he is guilty of the 34 counts of falsifying business records he faces.
Jury selection, a crucial step in the legal process, is expected to take days as potential jurors are screened to ensure they meet the necessary criteria. Prospective jurors must be English-speaking U.S. citizens over 18 years old with no felony convictions, although exemptions can be granted for various reasons such as financial or medical hardship.
Judge Juan M. Merchan will preside over the selection process, asking critical questions to assess the impartiality of each potential juror. Both prosecution and defense attorneys will have a limited number of strikes to exclude jurors they find unfavorable without providing a reason.
One key aspect of the selection process will be to identify any biases for or against Trump among potential jurors. The identities of the selected jurors will be kept confidential throughout the trial to protect their privacy.
Once the jury is seated, they will listen to testimony and ultimately decide whether Trump is guilty of the charges against him. A unanimous decision is required for a conviction, making this trial a momentous event that will be closely watched by the public. Stay tuned to Mix247edm for updates on this groundbreaking trial.
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